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MILAM

Towing Vessel · Built 1990s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Other hulls named MILAM · HIGMAN BARGE LINES, INC. operator of record, 2023

MILAM is a 1992 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 40 inspections since 1994, most recently in May 2026, along with 7 deficiencies and 6 casualty investigations between 2006 and 2021.

Records from 1994 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 14 May 2026.

Built
1992
Last inspected
14 May 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
Inspections
40
Deficiencies
7 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date
Casualties
6 investigations · 2006–2021
Inspected with
14 other vessels
Also recorded as
1 other name

Identity

US Official No.
985837
IMO number
—
Call sign
WBM8719
MISLE id
376411
Flag
UNITED STATES
MMSI
366959840, 368176350
Maury page id
psix-376411

Inspections, by type

…physical examinations13
…administrative events7
…with no type recorded20
Years with a record 20 calendar years (1994–2026)
The 40 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 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.

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)72.0 ft × 26.0 ft × 10.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 131 / net 105
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderLEEVAC SHIPYARDS INC · JENNINGS, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1992
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portHOUSTON, TX
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 22 January 2026 · expires 28 February 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 it131 - Simplified, Gross Ton
105 - Simplified, Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 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.

Radio station licence

WDL9143MMSI 368176350 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 6 January 2021, expires 6 January 2031
WBM8719MMSI 366959840 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 27 October 2017, expires 2 November 2027
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown. A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.

Inspected as a tow unit · 14

The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear here: these lists are a floor, not a complete manifest.

POINT ISABEL Towing Vessel · MISLE 887559 · 12 August 2021 · activity 7289606BLUE WING Towing Vessel · MISLE 1132175 · 12 August 2021 · activity 7289606HTCO 3109 Tank Barge · MISLE 1224389 · 12 August 2021 · activity 7289606HTCO 3125 Tank Barge · MISLE 1269894 · 12 August 2021 · activity 7289606CAPT THOMAS PAUL Towing Vessel · MISLE 1271965 · 12 August 2021 · activity 7289606LLANO Towing Vessel · MISLE 1157313 · 27 December 2018 · activity 6603500KIRBY 29054 Tank Barge · MISLE 1188341 · 27 December 2018 · activity 6603500MMI 613 Tank Barge · MISLE 420154 · 19 June 2011 · activity 4054132DAVID O Towing Vessel · MISLE 198940 · 27 January 2006 · activity 2578078HTCO 3004 Tank Barge · MISLE 371830 · 27 January 2006 · activity 2578078SDG 3024 Tank Barge · MISLE 398954 · 27 January 2006 · activity 2578078MMI 603 Tank Barge · MISLE 342835 · 14 December 2004 · activity 2261351HTCO 3004 Tank Barge · MISLE 371830 · 14 December 2004 · activity 2261351MISS MELISSA Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 44895 · 27 January 1994 · activity 142510STC-3014 Tank Barge · MISLE 371835 · 27 January 1994 · activity 142510

Inspection history · 40

14 May 2026 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8373014
14 May 2025 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8135654
13 February 2025 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8078940
30 May 2023 COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7700974
12 May 2023 Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7686909
12 August 2021 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7289606
14 May 2021 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7196715
14 May 2021 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7199616
25 February 2021 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7146226
30 December 2020 Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7117850
20 November 2019 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6859245
7 May 2019 Damage Survey · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6679350
7 May 2019 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6685013
27 December 2018 Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6603168
27 December 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6603500
20 December 2018 Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6607278
7 November 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6577732
24 February 2017 MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6094134
8 April 2014 Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4831777
19 June 2011 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4054132
16 November 2010 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3892998
4 November 2010 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3885067
23 February 2010 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3685351
5 September 2006 Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2769074
27 January 2006 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2578078
26 April 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2343167
30 March 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2324541
14 December 2004 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2261351
9 December 2004 MTSA Verification
Physical examination · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2256479
2 December 2004 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2254891
17 December 2003 Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1966202
9 September 2003 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1900996
8 February 2001 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1522358
4 March 1999 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1511037
29 August 1997 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 230000
6 September 1996 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 395165
1 April 1996 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 196313
1 April 1996 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 473969
1 April 1996 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 766043
27 January 1994 Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 142510

Deficiency record · 7

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 30 May 2023 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. Marine Inspector discovered a fuel leak on the starboard generator. Vessel shall enact permanent repairs to the satisfaction of the TPO. 46 CFR 143.205(a) 50 A
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 July 2023
Resolved 13 June 2023
Resolution: Tech report received.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 30 May 2023 Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems must be maintained to ensure proper operation. Marine Inspector discovered starboard main engine temperature sensor inoperable. Vessel shall enact permanent repairs to the satisfaction of the TPO. 46 CFR 143.205(c) 50 A
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 July 2023
Resolved 13 June 2023
Resolution: Tech report received.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 30 May 2023 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. Marine Inspector discovered inoperable water light on starboard pilothouse deck. Corrected on the spot. 46 CFR 141.360(c)(2) 10C
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 July 2023
Resolved 12 June 2023
Resolution: Replaced battery. All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 14 May 2021 Resolved
Vessel lost STBD M/E power. Repair prior to operation.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 15 May 2021
Resolution: Kirby provided satisfactory ABS and technicians report reflecting an engine change and satisfactory test.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 7 May 2019 Resolved
The crew of each towing vessel must domenstrate the ability to operate the primary and auxiliary machinery and electrical systems for which they are responsible, and to do so under normal and emergency conditions. Vessel suffered a loss of steering while transiting in the San Jac fleeting area. Vessel shall make permanent repairs to the satisfaction of the attending USCG marine inspector or to their TPO (ABS) prior to returning to normal vessel operations.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 7 May 2019
Resolved 8 May 2019
Resolution: Receieved TPO report attesting to proper repair and testing of the steering system.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 27 December 2018 Resolved
Machinery systems must be maintained for the safe operation of the towing vessel. Vessel suffered a loss of steering due to failure of starboard generator. 46CFR143.205(a)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 8 May 2019
Engineering › Generator (propulsion-electric) › Battery
Issued 4 September 2006 Resolved
Prove proper installation of battery chargers, battery terminals, and battery box tops (no alligator clips & batter box top must close). Lengthen cables so top can close.
Due 11 September 2006
Resolved 8 September 2006
Resolution: 1) Removed old battery charger 2) Replaced with new, independent charger 3) Tied battery cable to close boxes 4) Tested and checked engine controls; OK

Casualty record · 6

27 January 2006Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2578078
19 June 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4054132
27 December 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6603500
7 May 2019Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6685013
14 May 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7199616
12 August 2021Routine · role: Sighted in Area · activity 7289606
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, and the bridge, lock or dam the investigation names where it names one. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Recorded names · 1

MISS CYNTHIA (2006–2019). 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.