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THE CHESAPEAKE QUEEN

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1990s · USCG East District (CGD-E)

THE CHESAPEAKE QUEEN is a 1990 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 27 inspections since 2016, most recently in July 2026, along with 19 deficiencies and 6 casualty investigations between 2007 and 2023.

Records from 2007 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 1 July 2026.

Built
1990
Last inspected
1 July 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections
27
Deficiencies
19 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date
Casualties
6 investigations · 2007–2023
Also recorded as
1 other name

Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.

Inspection record

Last inspected 1 July 2026
Recorded inspections27
…physical examinations20
…administrative events4
…with no type recorded3
Deficiencies 19 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 9 calendar years (2016–2026)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded. A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Identity

US Official No.
968634
IMO number
—
Call sign
WDA7113
MISLE id
354444
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-354444

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)65.0 ft × 22.0 ft × 6.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 57 / net 45
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderMILLER'S MARINE RAILWAY · DELTAVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES · built 1990
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portCAPE CHARLES, VA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 10 December 2025 · expires 31 December 2026
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it57 - Simplified, Gross Ton
45 - Simplified, Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 August 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299

Every recorded inspection, 2016 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.

Read one first, in full: a forty-year chronology · a hull that changed operators four times · the sparse case, shown as an example, not for sale.

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Inspection history · 27

1 July 2026 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8430391
4 April 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7956666
8 January 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7923502
20 February 2023 Deficiency Check · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7639028
20 February 2023 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7639792
27 October 2022 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7585080
22 September 2022 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7564500
8 March 2022 Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7403619
15 February 2022 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7396900
28 August 2020 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7043922
27 March 2020 Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6946107
12 August 2019 Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6781478
16 November 2018 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6582213
2 November 2018 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6571758
16 August 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6513756
3 November 2017 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6300463
26 October 2017 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6298319
4 August 2017 Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6211577
3 July 2017 Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6195673
1 July 2017 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6197360
6 June 2017 Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6167739
6 June 2017 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6167844
2 September 2016 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5990445
1 August 2016 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5959595
1 August 2016 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5961656
12 July 2016 Damage Survey · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5937622
16 February 2016 Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5813746

Deficiency record · 19

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 15 June 2022 Resolved
Provision shall be made by means of plugs, covers, etc., to prevent the admission of air in to the space protected. The forward engine compartment bulkhead had a cable transit that wasn't sealed and made gas tight. 46 CFR 181.20-35(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2022
Resolved 22 September 2022
Resolution: Verified cable transit is sealed and properly repaired.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 15 February 2022 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Positioning Radio Indicating Beacon installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. MMSI number is absent in the vessel's radios.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 1 March 2022
Resolved 27 October 2022
Resolution: Verified MMSI number registered on all vessel radios.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 15 February 2022 Resolved
Fire hazards to be minimized. The general construction of the vessel must be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as it is reasonable and practicable. Insulation is hanging from engine room overhead on port side, in contact with diesel engine.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 March 2022
Resolved 27 October 2022
Resolution: Verified insulation was properly secured and is no longer hanging.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 15 February 2022 Resolved
Installation of diesel engine exhaust pipe shall be in accordance with 182.15-20. Exhaust piping shall be led to the point of escape with a minimum number of bends or elbows. It shall be gas-tight throughout its length and shall be properly supported by non-combustible hangers or blocks. CG inspector found a leak on the port engine's exhaust.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 March 2022
Resolved 27 October 2022
Resolution: Verified exhausted leak on the port engine was properly fixed and reinsulated.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 15 February 2022 Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull, protection against fire, means of escape in case of a sudden unexpected casualty, guards and rails in hazardous places, ventilation of enclosed spaces, and necessary facilities for passengers and crew. Port shaft seal leaks a significant amount of water while under power.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 March 2022
Resolved 27 October 2022
Resolution: Verified port shaft seal was no longer leaking by having the operator go ahead and astern, all sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 22 October 2020 Resolved
46 CFR 182.200 Replace Non-permanent straps holding keel cooler piping on front of both engines.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 5 November 2020
Resolved 3 November 2020
Resolution: Metallic straps were installed and guards are now in place to protect from wear.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 2 November 2018 Resolved
Provisions shall be made by means of plugs, covers, etc. to prevent the admission of air into the space protected and fixed gas fire extinguishing agent (CO2) from escaping. Forward damper on starboard side engine room does not fully close. (46 CFR 181.20-35)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 16 November 2018
Resolution: Provided new ventilation dampers for protected machinery space.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 16 August 2018 Resolved
The vessel is currently broadcasting (1) Improper Call Sign, (2) Improper Name
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 September 2018
Resolved 6 March 2019
Resolution: Owner reported AIS discrepancies corrected. Used NAVCEN to verify accuracy of vessel's AIS broadcast.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 26 October 2017 Resolved
Anchor light not operational. All vessels must have navigation lights in compliance with International and Inland Navigation Rules. 46 CFR 183.420
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 2 November 2017
Resolved 3 November 2017
Resolution: Wintessed the proper operation of the Anchor light; all sat.
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher › Service
Issued 26 October 2017 Resolved
Bridge fire extinguisher has not been serviced. The owner or managing operator shall provide satisfactory evidence of required servicing of portable fire extinguishers. 46 CFR 176.810(b)(1)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 November 2017
Resolved 3 November 2017
Resolution: Verified the operating station portable extinguisher had been serviced annually; all sat.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Other Accommodation Spaces › Open Deck Space
Issued 26 October 2017 Resolved
Upper deck passenger restriction not marked. On a vessel which the number of passengers on the upper decks is limited, the maximum number of passengers allowed must be marked at the entranceway. 46 CFR 185.602(g)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 November 2017
Resolved 3 November 2017
Resolution: Verfied that the upper deck passenger limit marking had been installed; all sat.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 26 October 2017 Resolved
Heat pump for bridge has electrical installation that is not of permanent type. Permanent installations must have elctrical installations of a permanent type. 46 CFR 183.340
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 November 2017
Resolved 3 November 2017
Resolution: Verfied that the brige heat pump wiring had been permanently installed; all sat.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 26 October 2017 Resolved
Forward damper on starboard side engine room does not fully close. Openings shall be closed to prevent the admission of air into the space. 46 CFR 181.20-35
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 November 2017
Resolved 3 November 2017
Resolution: Witnessed the operation of the engine room's stbd fwd ventilation damper; all sat.
Stability › Weathertight Integrity › General
Issued 26 October 2017 Resolved
Hatch to the void space has a failed gasket. Each hatch on a vessel on a protected route must be weather tight, if exposed to the weather. 46 CFR 171.124
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 November 2017
Resolved 3 November 2017
Resolution: Verified the fuel tank void's port hatch cover watertight gasket was installed correctly; all sat.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Arrangement
Issued 26 October 2017 Resolved
Gauge on fire pump inoperable. All installed fire equipment must meet federal regulations. 46 CFR 181.05-5
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 November 2017
Resolved 3 November 2017
Resolution: Vessel Representative [name withheld] removed the fire pump discharge gauge and plugged the fire pump discharge gauge pipe nipple. Witnessed an operational test of the fire pump and firemain; all sat.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Propeller Shaft
Issued 3 July 2017 Resolved
Vessel Struck object causing damage to both props and ptentially both rudders. Attend dry dock to assess damage and conduct permanent repairs to the satisfaction of the attending OCMI, prior to carrying passengers.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 6 July 2017
Resolved 4 August 2017
Resolution: Satisfactorily completed credit drydock. Vessel is fit for intended route and service.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Rudder
Issued 6 June 2017 Resolved
Vessel struck object losing operational control of starboard rudder. Attend drydock to assess damage and conduct permanent repairs to ensure vessel's seaworthiness.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 8 June 2017
Resolution: Rudder repaired as noted in act# 6167739.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 5 August 2016 Resolved
12v batt wiring found laying in bilge. Mount as high as practicable to the satisfaction of attending MI. Old T 46 CFR 183.05-50(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 5 September 2016
Resolved 2 September 2016
Resolution: Battery wiring re-routed up to overhead.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 1 August 2016 Resolved
Crop and renew wasted deck plate in second deck under pilot house with with a 18" x 18" insert.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 August 2016
Resolved 5 August 2016

Casualty record · 6

17 May 2007Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2937170
6 May 2013Routine · role: Sighted in Area · activity 4584794
8 December 2015Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5778154
6 June 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6167844
1 July 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6197360
20 February 2023Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7639792
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Recorded names · 1

ELIZABETH RIVER FERRY III (2007–2023). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.

Ownership record

The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title, with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.