Records from 1992 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 9 September 2025.
Inspection history · 34
9 September 2025
In-Service Inspection · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8230264
22 January 2024
Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Simplified Stability Test · Internal Structural Exam · COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7850983
6 September 2021
Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7305622
30 August 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7340212
22 June 2021
Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7232746
23 March 2020
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6929319
22 May 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6691062
14 May 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6408255
11 December 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6314752
12 August 2016
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5967399
7 January 2010
COI Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3656092
30 January 2009
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3400818
6 December 2007
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3110652
26 November 2007
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3101721
24 May 2006
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2656781
9 May 2006
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2643711
27 April 2006
Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2632342
18 January 2005
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MIDET WEST DETAIL · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2270417
5 December 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1969502
19 September 2003
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · MIDET WEST DETAIL · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1873895
6 June 2001
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1436583
26 May 2000
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1049516
22 May 2000
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1450476
17 May 2000
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1450472
3 June 1999
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1456705
22 May 1998
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1444017
13 June 1997
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1422853
25 June 1996
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1439754
20 July 1995
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1377480
23 June 1995
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1360163
1 July 1994
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1380000
1 July 1993
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1397925
12 January 1993
Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1132240
17 July 1992
Initial Construction-Excluding Oversight · Hull Examination · Initial Certification · Plan Review "T" Boat · Inclining Experiment
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1415758
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 3 October 2025
Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section, rails or equivalent protection shall be installed near the periphery of all weather decks accessible to passengers and crews. MIs observed cracks of the welds on bottom of the upper passenger embarkation platform.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 October 2025
Resolved 10 October 2025
Resolution: Reviewed satisfactory photographs of repaired welds.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 26 September 2025
Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section, rails or equivalent protection shall be installed near the periphery of all weather decks accessible to passengers and crews. MIs observed cracks of the welds on the upper deck handrails, weather shield, and main deck handrails. The port quarter handrail was observed completely sheered.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 3 October 2025
Resolution: Conducted in-person deficiency check and MIs observed satisfactory welds in the identified areas.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 26 September 2025
Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. MI found the aft, starboard window of the accommodation space was cracked.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 3 October 2025
Resolution: Received photograph of window satisfactorily replaced.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 26 September 2025
Resolved
Each vessel must be equipped with at least two operable portable battery lights. MIs observed portable light at operating station was too dim for intended operation.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 3 October 2025
Resolution: Conducted in-person deficiency check and MIs observed satisfactory replacement of light batteries.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Main installation
Issued 26 September 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. MIs observed the emergency broadcast instructions listed the incorrect vessel information.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 3 October 2025
Resolution: Conducted in-person deficiency check and MIs observed emergency broadcast had been updated.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 9 September 2025
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of machinery, fuel, and piping systems, including the following: Operation of the main propulsion machinery both ahead and astern.
The main engines were unable to start in the presence of MIs.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 3 October 2025
Resolution: Conducted in-person deficiency check and MIs observed satisfactory welds in the identified areas.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 9 September 2025
Resolved
Each lifejacket must be approved under approval series in subparts 160.002, 160.005, 160.055, 160.115,
160.176, or 160.255 in part 160 of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant. Retro-reflective tape on all lifejackets were not serviceable due to dirt buildup.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 3 October 2025
Resolution: Conducted in-person deficiency check and MIs observed satisfactory replacement/cleaning of retro-reflective tape on all lifejackets.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 9 September 2025
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date: Charts of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible; U.S. Coast Pilot or similar publication; Coast Guard Light List; Tide tables; and Current tables, or a river current publication issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or a river authority. MIs observed charts and publications were not up-to-date.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 October 2025
Resolved 10 October 2025
Resolution: Received satisfactory pictures of updated charts and publications.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Stability Information Booklet
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
A vessel must be in the condition specified in this paragraph when a simplified stability proof test is performed. MI conducted vessel review and noted that the vessels generator was removed on 13Sep2021. Removal of generator alters weight of vessel and can change the vessels stability requirements and will require a new SST. 46 CFR 178.330(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 16 December 2024
Resolution: Conducted Stability test with positive results. All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 182.520(a). MI observed the electric bilge not working properly.
46 CFR 182.520(a)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 29 October 2024
Resolution: MI visually saw that the bilge pump was operable. All sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
The frame or support of each semi-portable fire extinguisher permitted by paragraph (a) of this section must be welded or otherwise permanently attached to a bulkhead or deck. Portable fire extinguisher bracket was found cracked and non serviceable.
46CFR181.500(d)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
Installation of diesel engine exhaust pipe shall be in accordance with 182.15-20. MI observed exhaust bracket on PORT exhaust in the steering gear room is broken.
46 CFR 182.20-20
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
Suitable covers, guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and hazardous places such as gears, machinery, etc).. MI found rotating machinery on shafts with no guard in place. Place suitable guards over rotating machinery to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
ight and power conductors for interior wiring shall be insulated in accordance with table 183.05-45e. MI observed the wiring insulation for the light in the steering gear room is melted.
46 CFR 183.05-45(e)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices. During Inspection the MI noticed that the the old pipes for the generator although attached to an integral keel cooler, it is not attached to the piece of equipment attended. Make repairs to ensure water would not enter during emergency situations.
46 CFR 176.830
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
Installation of diesel engine exhaust pipe shall be in accordance with 182.15-20. MI observed exhaust insulation on the STBD exhaust in the steering gear room is missing.
46 CFR 182.20-20
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
Each fuel tank shall be fitted with a vent pipe which shall be connected to the tank at its highest point under normal operating conditions. MI observed the flexible hose for the vent pipe is degraded and leaking.
46 CFR 182.20-35(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification and reinspection the marine inspector shall examine and test the main and auxiliary steering apparatus to the extent necessary. MI observed the steering hoses to be dry rotted.
46 CFR 176.25-35(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
All electrical installation shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in the Charge, Marine Inspection. During the inspection the MI discovered that there was water inside of the battery box, and that there was water also within the box. Make repairs to the battery box to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 183.01-15
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
All electrical installation shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in the Charge, Marine Inspection. During the inspection the MI discovered several dead end wires located throughout the vessel including on the Engines, uninstalled Generator, and other electronics. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 183.01-15(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 15 October 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull a structure and its appurtenance. During the Internal structural examine. The MI discovered a 6 in crack on the starboard side chine piping. The crack is at the waterline per the [name withheld], it is not allowing water into the vessel. Make repairs to the pipe to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 176.802
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 October 2024
Resolved 23 October 2024
Resolution: Issue was corrected to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 6 September 2021
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. 46CFR177.100. Vessel was reported damaged during hurrican IDA. USCG requires a salvage plan, transit plan and/or damage survey approved by our office or the “cognizant OCMI” prior to transit or return to service.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 6 September 2021
Resolved 13 September 2021
Resolution: Recieved survey report attesting to seaworthiness of hull.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 182.25-10(a) [old T]. The fuse for the vessel's newly installed electric bilge pump failed during testing. See narrative for additional details.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 October 2021
Resolution: Verified satisfactory installation and witnessed satisfactory test of new electric bilge pump.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 11 December 2017
Resolved
Vessel required to have annual COI Re-inspection as per 46CFR176.500(b)(1). Vessel's anniversary date was 23MAR2017. Annual Re-inspection was not scheduled or completed until 11DEC2017.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 December 2017
Resolved 11 December 2017
Resolution: Conducted annual re-inspection.
Fire Fighting › Nozzles › Type
Issued 11 December 2017
Resolved
Garden type fire hose must be fitted with a nozzle capable of being switched between solid tream and spray pattern. Supply sufficient nozzle to satisfaction of USCG MI.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 December 2017
Resolved 12 December 2017
Resolution: Company replaced all nozzles on effected vessels.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 11 December 2017
Resolved
1st and 2nd stanchions on starboard side aft railings are cracked around base, penetrating deck plating. Repair to satisfaction of USCG MI.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 December 2017
Resolved 12 December 2017
Resolution: Stanchions re-welded and repairs completed.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 12 August 2016
Resolved
Vessel failed to make vessel available for annual inspection within 3 months before or after anniversary date.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 6 January 2017
Resolution: NOV issued.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 12 August 2016
Resolved
Vessel failed to make vessel available for drydock and internal strucutre exam.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 6 January 2017
Resolution: NOV issued.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 26 November 2007
Resolved
Renew a minimum of 18" x 18" section of transom plating IWO Port Main Engine Exhaust due to excessive weld repair/cracking.
Due 30 December 2007
Resolved 7 December 2007
Resolution: Hull plating and exhaust flanges IWO the Port MDE Exhaust were renewed.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 26 November 2007
Resolved
The vessel was overdue for an annual inspection. The COI anniversary date was 18 January 2007. The last annual inspection was completed during May 2006.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 27 November 2007
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Machinery Space Opening
Issued 9 May 2006
Resolved
Provide securing mechanism for Port and Stbd hatches to engine compartment.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 9 June 2006
Resolved 24 May 2006
Resolution: Hasps were welded on to the hatches and deck plates to accept push pins.
Construction/Loadline
Issued 22 May 2000
Resolved
GOUGE/REWELD FRACTURED WELD IN FOREPEAK IWO STBD SIDE LONG.
Condition: Unknown
Due 22 May 2000
Resolved 22 May 2000
Construction/Loadline
Issued 22 May 2000
Resolved
INSTALL HIGH BILGE WATER ALARM IN FWD LAZARETTE SPACE (COMP WHERE HEAD IS LOCATED).
Condition: Unknown
Due 22 May 2000
Resolved 22 May 2000
Engineering
Issued 22 May 2000
Resolved
INSTALL BRACKET IN KEEL COOLER LINE.
Condition: Unknown
Due 22 May 2000
Resolved 22 May 2000
Construction/Loadline
Issued 22 May 2000
Resolved
CROP/RENEW FRACTURED SIDE LONG STBD SIDE IN STEERING COMP.
Condition: Unknown
Due 22 May 2000
Resolved 22 May 2000
Electrical
Issued 25 June 1996
Resolved
PROVIDE COVER FOR ELECTRICAL JUNCTION PANEL IN HEAD SPACE FWD OF BRIDGE.
Condition: Unknown
Due 19 July 1996
Resolved 27 June 1996
Lifesaving
Issued 25 June 1996
Resolved
POST EMERGENCY INSTRUCTION LIST IAW 46 CFR 185.512 (IN PASSENGER SPACE).
Condition: Unknown
Due 19 July 1996
Resolved 27 June 1996
Lifesaving
Issued 25 June 1996
Resolved
POST EMERGENCY BROADCAST INSTRUCTIONS IAW 46 CFR184.510 (ON BRIDGE).
Condition: Unknown
Due 19 July 1996
Resolved 27 June 1996
Construction/Loadline
Issued 23 June 1995
Resolved
Install gate valve in forepeak bilge suction piping in pilot house void space or install same valve with reach rod for remote operation in forepeakdeck.
Condition: Unknown
Due 23 July 1995
Resolved 29 June 1995