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ALEXA RAY
ALEXA RAY is a 1991 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 14 inspections since 1997, most recently in February 2026, along with 23 deficiencies and 1 operational control.
Records from 1997 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 12 February 2026.
- Built
- 1991
- Last inspected
- 12 February 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 23 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
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 Towing Vessel class in Maury's sources begin in 1980.
Inspection record
Last inspected
12 February 2026
…with no type recorded3
Deficiencies
23 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
10 calendar years (1997–2026)
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
973803
WHD7784
360778
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-360778
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)60.0 ft × 22.5 ft × 7.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 85 / net 68
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderALBERT & JUDY INC · VENICE LA, UNITED STATES · built 1991
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel
Hull shapeBox
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portNEW ORLEANS, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 23 June 2026 · expires 30 June 2027
Service, as the file records itTowing Vessel
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it68 - Simplified, Net Ton
85 - Simplified, Gross Ton
85 - Simplified, Gross 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, 1980 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.
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Inspection history · 14
12 February 2026
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Vessel Attendance
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8309844
17 January 2026
Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC TIGER SHARK (WPB 87359) · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8297865
17 October 2025
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8246011
8 November 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8019431
6 November 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7820940
2 December 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7596846
14 October 2021
Initial Certification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7332745
24 September 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7064141
4 February 2020
Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6902900
6 February 2012
DAPI Audit · Industry Initiated Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4239262
11 January 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2273085
11 January 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2273088
18 September 1997
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 777203
7 August 1997
Uninspected Towing Vessel
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1118037
Deficiency record · 23
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 31 October 2025
Resolved
Towing vessels must meet the communications requirements of 33 CFR part 26 and 33 CFR 164.72, as applicable. VHF radios do not meet DSC requirements in 47 CFR 80. 46 CFR 140.715 (a)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 31 October 2025
Resolved
The VHF-FM radio must be installed at each operating station and connected to a functioning battery backup. VHF radios not connected to battery backup. 46 CFR 140.715 (b)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 31 October 2025
Resolved
At least two lifebuoys on a towing vessel greater than 26 feet must be fitted with a floating electric water light approved under approval series 161.010 or 161.110. Electronic water lights are currently fitted with unapproved batteries. 46 CFR 141.360 (c)(2)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 8 November 2024
Resolved
Portable and semi-portable fire extinguishers must be inspected, maintained, and tested in accordance with the inspection, maintenance procedures, and hydrostatic pressure tests required by Chapters 7 and 8 of NFPA 10. Marine Inspector identified damage to hose of the semi-portable fire extinguisher.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 8 November 2024
Resolved
The master must ensure that all lifesaving equipment is properly maintained and ready for use at all times. Marine Inspector found cracks in the outer protective shell of the life float.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Sanitary Facilities
Issued 8 November 2024
Resolved
Each device must be free of design defects such as rough or sharp edges that may cause bodily injuries or that would allow toxic substances to escape to the interior of the vessel. Marine Inspectors identified a leaking temp repair which was authorized at the prior annual inspection under the condition that a full MSD tank replacement is completed prior to the next annual inspection. Vessel failed to replace MSD as required.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 8 November 2024
Resolved
Records, unless required to be maintained for a longer period by statute or other federal regulation, must be retained for at least 1 year after the date of the latest entry. The following list of items must be recorded in the TVR: (1) Personnel records, in accordance with § 140.400; (3) Record of drills and instruction, in accordance with § 140.420. Marine Inspectors found the records maintained on board the vessel to be inadequate. Submit a plan to rectify vessel record keeping practices to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 3 January 2024
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons on board under normal and emergency conditions. Temporary repair made is acceptable under the condition that a full equivalent tank replacement is completed prior to next annual inspection.
Full MSD tank replacement must be verified prior to 14JAN25 by an attending USCG Marine Inspector.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage comminuting and disinfecting system
Issued 1 December 2023
Resolved
Essential systems or equipment must be regularly tested and examined. Tests and examinations must verify that the system or equipment functions as designed. If a component is found unsatisfactory, it must be repaired or replaced. The is rust and wastage leading to a leak of sewage from the MSD. Temporary repair made is acceptable under the condition that a full equivalent tank replacement is completed prior to next annual inspection.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
Means must be provided for stopping each fan in a ventilation system serving machinery space and for closing, in case of fire, each doorway, ventilator, and annular space around funnels and other openings into such spaces. The vent closure on the main stack was missing. Replace to ensure space sealing capability.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 6 November 2023
Resolved
A fixed fire pump must be capable of delivering water at a pitot-tube pressure of at least 344 kilopascals (kPa) (50 pounds per square inch (psi)). Means shall be provided to monitor fire pump output pressure. Install means to read fire pump water output pressure.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 2 December 2022
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. The Marine Inspector (MI) observed the flexible fuel line servicing the port main engine primary filter in unserviceable condition. Owner/operator to replace fuel line with appropriate replacement prior to movement of vessel.
Cite: 46 CFR 143.205(a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Electrical devices
Issued 2 December 2022
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Individual circuit breakers on switchboards and distribution panels must be labeled with a description of the loads they serve. MI observed closed and unlabeled breakers in the engine room panel box in addition to an open breaker socket. Owner/operator is required to label all breakers with the circuit name serviced or identify the breaker as a spare if unused. Additionally, a blank plate or other acceptable device must be installed to close the opening in the distribution panel.
Cite: 46 143.400 (a) (d)
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 December 2022
Resolved
Prior to getting underway for the first time on a particular towing vessel, each crewmember must receive a safety orientation. Safety orientations and other crew training must be documented in the TVR, official logbook, or in accordance with the TSMS applicable to the vessel. The MI observed the Safety Orientation was overdue for new crew member. Provide training to crew member and proof of training being logged per regulations.
Cite: 46 CFR 140.410
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 December 2022
Resolved
Unless otherwise stated, each crewmember must receive the instruction required by this section annually. Records of drills and instruction must be maintained in the TVR, official logbook, or in accordance with the TSMS applicable to the vessel. The record must include: (1) The date of the drill and instruction; (2) A description of the drill scenario and instruction topics; (3) The personnel involved. The MI observed the logging of all required information regarding Emergency Drills and Instructions was missing from procedures/forms. Provide trainings and proof of training being logged per regulations to include updated forms.
Cite: 46 CFR 140.420
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 2 December 2022
Resolved
Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet in volume and over 15 pounds per square inch maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) must be equipped with an indicating pressure gauge (in a readily visible location) and with one or more spring-loaded relief valves. The total relieving capacity of such relief valves must prevent pressure from exceeding the MAWP, as established by the manufacturer, by more than 10 percent. The relief valve installed on starboard air tank is rated for 180 psi, which is over the tank’s MAWP of 175 psi.
Cite: 46 CFR 143.300(a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 2 December 2022
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Cotter pins for linkages of steering gear were missing.
Cite: 46 CFR 143.205(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 2 December 2022
Resolved
Each link certified by the manufacturer to meet the requirements of this subpart must have a corrosion resistant, waterproof tag attached to it. Marine Inspector observed required tag was missing from float free link.
Cite: 46 CFR 160.073-20(a)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Echo sounder
Issued 14 October 2021
Resolved
"Towing vessels must be equipped with the following equipment as applicable to the area of operation: (a) Fathometer (except Western Rivers).
Fathometer to be installed at next drydock.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 24 September 2020
Resolved
All owners and operators of an existing towing vessel must have a valid COI prior to the specified phase-in period. This vessel is one of the 50% of the vessels that has not obtained a valid COI. The vessel shall be made available for a Coast Guard COI inspection within 90 days. If an inspection is not completed prior to this date the action for this deficiency shall be changed to a 60(Rectify deficiencies prior to movement) and they vessel may no longer be permitted to operate.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 4 February 2020
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and
maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing
vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and
emergency conditions. Identified excessive shaft leakage
on port & starboard propulsion shaft with rigged means of dewatering with pumps to maintain leakage, creating a
serious substandard condition not being pro-actively
managed by the Company, vessel owner, and/or operator. 46CFR143.205(c)
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 4 February 2020
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be fitted with a general alarm that: Is activated at each operating station and can notify persons on board in the event of an emergency; Is capable of notifying persons in any accommodation, work space, and the engine room. The general alarm light was inoperable in the bottom of the engine room, a light needs to be installed on the top of the engine room, and the alarm could not be heard on the main deck when the engine room doors were shut, install an alarm on the outside deck. 46CFR143.235
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Enhanced survey programme (ESP)
Issued 4 February 2020
Resolved
Rails or equivalent protection must be installed near
the periphery of all decks accessible to crew.
Equivalent protection may include lifelines, wire rope,
chains, and bulwarks that provide strength and support
equivalent to fixed rails. In areas where space
limitations make deck rails impractical, such as at
narrow catwalks in way of deckhouse sides, hand grabs
may be substituted. No railing or hand grabs alongside
the side deck superstructure, creating an unsafe
condition for crew members to fall overboard. 46CFR144.800(a)
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.