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DOLPHIN MAGIC
DOLPHIN MAGIC is a 1994 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 19 inspections since 2016, most recently in February 2026, along with 36 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded —, 1 operational control and 2 casualty investigations between 2006 and 2021.
Records from 2006 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 6 February 2026.
- Built
- 1994
- Last inspected
- 6 February 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 36 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 2 investigations · 2006–2021
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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
6 February 2026
…with no type recorded2
Deficiencies
36 recorded · 1
without a recorded resolution
…past their stated due date1
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
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Identity
1020161
WDF7164
400798
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-400798
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)41.0 ft × 14.0 ft × 7.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 26 / net 21
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderMORGAN BOATS INC · NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES · built 1994
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portSAVANNAH, GA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Fishery
DocumentationValid · issued 9 February 2026 · expires 28 February 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 it21 - Simplified, Net Ton
26 - Simplified, Gross Ton
26 - 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.
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19 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 36 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each; 1 operational control with the dates imposed and removed; 2 casualty investigations, with date and classification; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port, endorsements, dates. The counts in the summary above are the same counts, and they are free.
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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 · 19
6 February 2026
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8307237
14 April 2025
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8111584
16 February 2024
Drydock Exam · Hull Examination · Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7867974
26 April 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7640916
16 February 2022
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7397399
31 January 2022
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7384555
24 June 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7235521
24 June 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7279151
3 June 2021
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7214526
9 March 2020
Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6917047
11 February 2020
Hull Examination · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6903862
28 May 2019
DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6696689
25 May 2018
Examination of Repairs · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6431131
22 February 2018
Examination of Repairs · Hull Examination · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6359368
6 March 2017
COI Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6099333
16 February 2017
Administrative Inspection · Simplified Stability Test
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6092409
30 December 2016
Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6079649
30 June 2016
DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5910691
26 January 2016
Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5803742
Deficiency record · 36
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 6 February 2026
No resolution recorded
The owner or managing operator shall make vessel available for dry dock examinations. Vessel had areas on fly bridge that had significant areas of delamination. Railing on fly bridge was very loose and would not support weight in emergency. Vessel shall repair railing and investigate areas of delamination. Submit repair plans to MSU Savannah.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 14 April 2025
Resolved
A propulsion engine control system, including pilothouse control, must be designed so that a loss of power to the control system does not result in an increase in shaft speed or propeller pitch.Stbd propulsion controls had several zip ties attached due to slipping from locking bolt. Vessel needs to repair or replace controls.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 14 April 2025
Resolved
A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump required by Table 182.520(a) only on a vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying not more than 49 passengers, other than a ferry, provided that: The pump and switch is permanently mounted.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 14 April 2025
Resolved
Watertight integrity must be maintained at all times to prevent flooding into spaces. Vessel's port rudder post showed signs of leaking due to the amount of mud and water covering the rudder post packing gland. Vessel is to replace or tighten packing.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 28 April 2023
Resolved
Vessels Communications Act Safety Radiotelephony Certificate is expired and does not meet the minimum standard of 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 40 CFR 80.59 once every five years per 47 CFR 80.903. Vessel must obtain a valid Communications Act Safety Radiotelephony Certificate. Vessel will be restricted from operating with passengers after 28MAY2023 if not corrected to the satisfaction of Coast Guard Marine Inspectors
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 9 March 2020
Resolved
A power-driven vessel underway shall exhibit Sidelights 112.5 Degrees. Vessels Port and Starboard side lights do not exhibit at 112.5 degrees. 33CFR83.23(b)(iii)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
The main longitudinal frame located forward on the starboard side in the machinery space was cracked. In addition, it appeared to be an ongoing problem as evidenced by several layers of additional Chopped Strand Mat covering the frame at that location. Fair down the cracked area to determine the extent of the damage to the frame, whether superficial or into the core. This deficiency must be corrected to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector no later than March 11, 2020. After this date, the vessel will be restricted from carrying passengers.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
There were numerous holes and penetrations in both the forward and aft bulkheads in the Machinery Space. This space is protected by a pre-engineered fire suppression system. Ensure all holes and penetrations are properly plugged/covered to ensure the effectiveness of the fire suppression system. This deficiency must be corrected to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector no later than March 11, 2020. After this date,
the vessel will be restricted from carrying passengers.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 11 February 2020
Resolved
There were several sections of plywood on the overhead in the Machinery Space on the port side forward that were moist and rotten. The suitability of the overhead/deck above in the passenger accommodation to hold the load of passengers was in question. Remove all sections of wasted/rotten wood and replace in kind. This deficiency must be corrected to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector no later than March 11, 2020. After this date, the vessel will be restricted from carrying passengers.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Bottom Plating
Issued 1 June 2018
Resolved
Evaluate crack below the waterline in the Steering Gear Room. Provide repair proposal, listing the materials, procedures and layup intended for repairs that is acceptable to this office to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector 46CFR 177.300
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 1 June 2018
Resolved
Vessels Port side light was marked with 1 NM visibility range and does not meet the requirement of 2 NM for vessels over 12 meters as required by 33CFR83.22
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 1 June 2018
Resolved
Vessels life ring is damaged and needs to be replaces 46CFR180.70
Documentation › Markings/Placards › Lifejacket Placard
Issued 1 June 2018
Resolved
Life jacket donning placard is worn and needs to be replaced. 46 CFR185.516
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Retroreflective Material
Issued 1 June 2018
Resolved
One child's life jacket needs to be re marked with Type I retro reflective material 46CFR185.604(h)
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Conductor
Issued 1 June 2018
Resolved
Terminal connections at the batteries need to ne wrapped to provide continuous insulation. 46CFR183.220
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Strut/Cross Tie
Issued 27 February 2018
Resolved
Prior to credit for dry dock, properly attach and make available for inspection both propellers to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Side Shell
Issued 27 February 2018
Resolved
Prior to credit for dry dock, complete repairs on the damaged corner of the transom on the port side to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Pipe Flange
Issued 27 February 2018
Resolved
Prior to credit for dry dock, remove two (02) plastic dead end caps in way of the thru hull fittings and replace with metallic, threaded caps to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.Prior to credit for dry dock, remove two (02) plastic dead end caps in way of the thru hull fittings and replace with metallic, threaded caps to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Documentation › Safety Management System › Critical Equipment/Systems ID Procedures
Issued 27 February 2018
Resolved
Prior to credit for dry dock, provide detailed specifications of all three (03) main propulsion engines including serial numbers and net weight.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 27 February 2018
Resolved
Prior to credit for dry dock, remove all dead end wiring as identified throughout the vessel in accordance with 46 CFR 183.200(b) and to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 27 February 2018
Resolved
Prior to credit for dry dock, properly secure all loose and hanging wires and cables as identified throughout the vessel with metallic supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart in accordance with 46 CFR 183.340(b)(4) and to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC SSL
Issued 6 March 2017
Resolved
Provide a marine radio operators permit or higher class licensee to all persons operating a marine radio 47CFR80.159(e)(1)
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Provide a masthead light with an arc of 225 degrees and a range of visibility of 3 NM.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Provide a stern light with an arc of 135 degrees and a range of visibility of 3 NM.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Submit written repair proposal to properly support uppder deck & to address water inclusion in the fiberglass/wood in the overhead/upper deck.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Properly repair/replace to ensure high bilge alarm is audible (visual is working) for the engine room, and forward space.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Properly lable the spaces for the bilge high level alarms at the operating station.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Hose
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Replace fuel hose (port side engine room fuel filter discharge) with SAE J-1942 & SAE J-1475 fittings.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Install protective guards on the forward side of main engines IWO rotating belts.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Piping
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Properly secure fuel tubing port side E/R with metallic clips (currently held by zip tie).
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Conductor
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Properly secure battery cable with metallic clips (currently lying in the bilge).
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Machinery Space Opening
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Properly cover 02 openings in the forward engine bulkhead located port & stbd side.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Properly repair engine room ventilation cover (Guillotine).
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Ventilators
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Properly install goose necks for the engine room air supply.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Quantity
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
Replace 04 Adult type I lifejackets, until completed vsl is limited to 44 passengers which is 46 total persons.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 30 June 2016
Resolved
MSU Savannah OCMI received your written proposal to properly support your upper deck and finds the proposal satisfactory with the following exceptions. Prior to removing the soft inside materials, you are to contact the MSU Savannah OCMI so we can further assess the extent of the damage prior to replacing the materials. All permanent repairs are to be made prior to the start of the 2017 Operation
Casualty record · 2
29 June 2006Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2762877
24 June 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7279151
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
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