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EMERALD SPIRIT
EMERALD SPIRIT is a 1991 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 27 inspections since 2016, most recently in May 2026, along with 53 deficiencies and 3 casualty investigations between 2005 and 2018.
Records from 2005 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 12 May 2026.
- Built
- 1991
- Last inspected
- 12 May 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 53 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 3 investigations · 2005–2018
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
12 May 2026
…with no type recorded1
Deficiencies
53 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 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
980116
WDK7864
368537
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-368537
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)64.8 ft × 19.0 ft × 6.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 49 / net 39
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderBONNER YACHTS · WETUMPKA, AL, UNITED STATES · built 1991
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portELBERTA, AL
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Fishery
DocumentationValid · issued 21 July 2026 · expires 31 July 2027
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 it49 - Simplified, Gross Ton
39 - Simplified, Net Ton
39 - 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.
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Inspection history · 27
12 May 2026
Deficiency Check · Vessel Attendance · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8355295
1 July 2025
Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8172604
29 May 2025
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8131953
5 March 2025
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8089052
3 May 2024
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7905869
4 December 2023
In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7833455
14 September 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · USCG Northeast District (dp) · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7791497
23 May 2023
Administrative Inspection · Plan Review (Other than "T")
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7695092
21 March 2023
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7654621
8 March 2023
Hull Examination · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7650901
27 April 2022
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7439204
6 August 2021
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7278811
13 October 2020
Drydock Exam · Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7077239
29 June 2020
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6990423
24 September 2019
In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6814729
18 April 2019
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6665214
20 February 2019
Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6629252
3 July 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6476345
15 May 2018
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6405056
27 October 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6297851
20 July 2017
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6215517
22 June 2017
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6183926
3 May 2017
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6139705
18 April 2017
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6127318
3 March 2017
Hull Examination · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6098409
29 July 2016
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5957065
12 May 2016
Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5875277
Deficiency record · 53
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 12 May 2026
Resolved
Vessels described in 46 CFR 175.110(c) must have an interconnected fire detection system in compliance with 46 CFR 181.450 installed in all enclosed areas where passengers and crew have routine access. MI observed the smoke detector in the operating station is missing.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 12 May 2026
Resolved
A vessel must carry one floating waterlight, unless it is limited to daytime operation, in which case no floating waterlight is required. MI observed the waterlight attached to the ring buoy was non-operational.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 12 May 2026
Resolved
The intent of this part is to insure that the that the main propulsion machinery installed on each vessel is suitable for the vessel and its operation...for the purpose intended. It is further intended that all maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection against fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. MI observed fuel leak from the port return line on the vessel's port engine.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Ropes and wires
Issued 12 May 2026
Resolved
All vessels shall be fitted with such ground tackle and hawsers as deemed necessary by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspections, depending upon the size of the vessel, the waters on which it operates, and other operating hazards. Lines observed not in serviceable condition, replace to MI satisfaction.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 May 2026
Resolved
The intent of this part is to insure that the that the main propulsion machinery installed on each vessel is suitable for the vessel and its operation...for the purpose intended. It is further intended that all maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection against fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. MI observed a machinery guard not in place for rotating machinery on the STBD engine.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 29 May 2025
Resolved
A person may not employ or engage an individual in a position required to hold an MMC unless that individual maintains a current medical certificate. Master of vessel did not have a medical certificate. Vessel may not operate until a master with a valid medical certificate is provided.
46 CFR 15.401(c)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 29 May 2025
Resolved
Each vessel that operates on the high seas, or that operates beyond three miles from the coastline of the Great Lakes, must have on board a FCC Type Accepted Category 1, 406 MHz EPIRB, installed to automatically float free and activate. Vessel had an expired hydrostatic release unit installed. Replace unit.
46 CFR 180.64
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Other (crew and accommodation)
Issued 29 May 2025
Resolved
A passenger accommodation space must be maintained to
minimize fire and safety hazards and to preserve
sanitary conditions. Multiple flammable spray cans were
being stored in the aft passenger berthing space.
Remove cans.
46 CFR 177.800(c)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 29 May 2025
Resolved
Each nozzle must be of corrosion-resistant material and
be capable of being changed between a solid stream and a
spray pattern. A nozzle on a vessel of not more than
19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying more than 49
passengers must:(1) Be of a type approved in accordance
with approval series 162.027; or (2) Be of a type
recognized by the Commandant as being equivalent in
performance. Nozzle was unable to do spray pattern.
Replace with type approved or equivalent nozzle.
46 CFR 181.320 (d)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Main installation
Issued 29 May 2025
Resolved
A durable placard must be posted next to all
radiotelephone installations with the emergency
broadcast instructions and information, specific to the
individual vessel. Placard had incorrect call sign for
vessel. Update placard with correct call sign.
46 CFR 184.506
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Main installation
Issued 29 May 2025
Resolved
When using DSC techniques, coast stations and ship
stations must use maritime mobile service identities
(MMSI) assigned by the Commission or its designees. The
vessel's radio station MMSI did not match the MMSI on
the radio station license. Input correct MMSI.
47 CFR 80.103(b)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 29 May 2025
Resolved
The Certificate of Inspection must be posted under glass
or other suitable transparent material, such that all
pages are visible, in a conspicuous place on the vessel
where observation by passengers is likely. An expired COI was posted in the wheelhouse. Post the current COI in a place conspicuous to passengers.
46 CFR 176.302
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 29 May 2025
Resolved
All machinery and equipment must be installed and
maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate
protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery
failure, and personnel injury. Fire main piping was
leaking. Crew tightened piping joints during inspection.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 12 April 2023
Resolved
At least one ring life buoy must be fitted with a lifeline... Lifeline and float light line for ring life buoy was not serviceable.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 12 April 2023
Resolved
Provision must be made for closing all supply duct cowls or scoops and exhaust duct discharge openings for a space protected by a fixed gas extinguishing system. All closure devices must be readily available and mounted in the vicinity of the vent. Tank and Engine room vent on port side missing securing provisions.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Monthly EPIRB inspection log missing.
46 CFR 185.728
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Improper installation of portable fire extingisher bracket in forward v-berth compartment.
46 CFR 181.520
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
marine employer whose vessel is involved in a casualty or incident that is, or is likely to become, a serious marine incident as defined in §4.03-2 of subchapter A of this chapter shall comply with the requirements of §4.06 in subchapter A of this chapter; MI found vessel without required alcohol test swabs; provide alcohol test swabs.
Vessel's route is limited to ensure alcohol testing of each individual can be conducted within 2 hours following a Serious Marine Incident until deficiency is rectified.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
For fixed-gas fire extinguishing systems, the inspections and tests required by Table 176.810(b) of this section, in addition to the tests required by 46 CFR 147.60 and 147.65. The owner or managing operator must provide satisfactory evidence of the required servicing to the marine inspector; MI found the annual fire servicing reports to not match the servicing tags (which were current); provide current fire equipment maintenance and servicing reports.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
Every vessel subject to Part III of Title III of the Communications Act must have a detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-licensed technician in accordance with §80.59 once every five years. The FCC-licensed technician must use the latest FCC Information Bulletin, How to Conduct an Inspection of a Small Passenger Vessel. If the ship passes the inspection, the technician will issue a Communications Act Safety Radiotelephony Certificate; MI found no Radiotelephony Certificate as required; Provide a FCC Radiotelephony Certificate. 47 CFR 80.903
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
Each buoyant apparatus must have Type II retroreflective material meeting subpart 164.018 of this chapter on each side and end. MI found 1 Lifefloat needing Retroreflective tape replaced. Replace retroreflective tape as required.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be in serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced; MI found one waterlight missing the retaining bracket which holds the light to the body of the waterlight; replace floating waterlight.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
An exposed hazard, such as gears or rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard, or rail; MI found both main engines had exposed rotating machinery that had the cover removed; replace cover.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
Electrical connections must be made within an enclosure and the insulated cap of the connector must be secured to prevent loosening due to vibration; MI found dead-ended wire on the portside main engine near the PTO; Make connection within an enclosure or remove wire.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
Overcurrent devices shall be enclosed in a metal box or cabinet; MI found circuit breaker in engine room with a plexiglass cover; replace with metal cover designed for the box. Old 46 CFR 111.50-10
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 10 August 2021
Resolved
All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury; MI found leaking of cooling water on starboard main engine; fix water leak.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Damage control plan
Issued 14 October 2020
Resolved
No repairs or alterations affecting the safety of the vessel or its machinery shall be made unless applicable requirements in this chapter are met. The procedures to be followed in notifying the Coast Guard about vessel repairs vary according to the type of vessel and service in which engaged. Vessel owner/operator notified CG that the vessel suffered damage due to Hurricane Sally in accordance with applicable regulatory cite. Vessel must make permanent repair/alteration to the satisfaction of the OCMI in accordance with 46 CFR 176.700(a).
Personnel › Training › Familiarization Training
Issued 15 May 2018
Resolved
The master shall conduct sufficient drills and give sufficient instructions to make sure that all crew members are familiar with their duties during emergencies that necessitate abandoning ship or the recovery of persons who have fallen overboard. Marine Inspectors observed crew requires training and vessel familiarization.
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 15 May 2018
Resolved
Emergency lighting must actuate automatically upon failure of main lighting system.
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Mounting Bracket
Issued 15 May 2018
Resolved
Provide correct brackets/approved for all loose fire extinguishers.
Fire Fighting › Structural - B Class Divisions › Windows
Issued 15 May 2018
Resolved
Starboard window cracked.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 24 May 2017
Resolved
Tank room penetrations need sealed fwd and aft bulkhead, IAW 46 CFR 179.320 and 46 CFR 171.114.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator Cable
Issued 24 May 2017
Resolved
Wire and pipe supports in engine room need proper hangers, IAW 46 CFR 183.340.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Quantity
Issued 24 May 2017
Resolved
Need 03 child PFD’s to have required amount, IAW 46 CFR 180.71
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Weathertight Enclosure
Issued 24 May 2017
Resolved
FWD hold hatch is missing a dogging arm, IAW 46 CFR 171.360
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 24 May 2017
Resolved
Repair all engine room ventilation dampers to work easier and better tightness, IAW 46 CFR 182.465.
Stability › Unintentional Flooding › General
Issued 24 May 2017
Resolved
Bilge piping for aft berthing submersible pump and lazaret space need rigid hose, IAW 46 CFR 182.510.
Operations/Management › Equipment Service/Testing › EPIRB
Issued 24 May 2017
Resolved
Renew EPIRB registration, IAW 46 CFR 184.502.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 18 April 2017
Resolved
Repair minor water leaks at T-fitting on the discharge line located 3 foot from overboard, IAW 46 CFR 181.300.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Bottom Plating
Issued 13 April 2017
Resolved
Provide documentation that the vessel was constructed out of fire retardant resin or provide a hull sample in the presence of the attending Marine Inspector and send that sample to an approved lab to determine the flame spread rating per ASTM E-84. Alternatively, install an approved fire detection system. 46 CFR 177.410
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Panelboard
Issued 10 April 2017
Resolved
Replace or install appropriate cover on 02 electrical panels in engine room.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Gears
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Fire pump clutch burnt out replace clutch and prove proper operation passenger count reduced to 49 until repair verified by attending coast guard marine inspector.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Employee Coverage
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Copy of DAPI policy and proof of crew EAP training not provided. Provide required documentation
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Piping
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Cabling and piping penetrations in watertight bulkhead between ENG room and tank space not watertight. Make all penetrations watertight.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Wiring in ENG room was not properly secured. Secure wiring with approved metallic clamps every 24 inches
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Piping
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Hot water piping in aft berthing room was not properly secured. Properly secure piping
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Hydraulic Hose
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Steering gear hydraulic line on port side of hydraulic ram wasted. Replace coupling with approved type coupling
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Guard for rotating machinery on STBD ENG was removed. Replace guard
Engineering › Electric Propulsion System › Battery
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Excessive corrosion on battery terminals. Clean and remove corrosion
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Multiple contents inside first aid kit expired. Replace expired items
Documentation › Manifests/Lists › Muster List/Emergency Instructions
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Emergency instructions not posted at operating station. Post at operating station
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Inland Navigation Rules
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
On board copy of Navigation rules was outdated. Replace with updated copy
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC SSL
Issued 24 May 2016
Resolved
Masters marine radio operator permit expired. Provide new radio permit
Casualty record · 3
15 September 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2571767
11 March 2006Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2608319
3 July 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6476345
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.
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.