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ARCHIMEDES
Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1990s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Other hulls named ARCHIMEDES
ARCHIMEDES is a 1994 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 39 inspections since 1994, most recently in August 2025, along with 61 deficiencies and 1 operational control.
Records from 1994 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 22 August 2025.
- Built
- 1994
- Last inspected
- 22 August 2025
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
- Deficiencies
- 61 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
Identity
1023902
WDH5137
408739
Flag
UNITED STATES
367624880 (licence lapsed)
Maury page id
psix-408739
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded1
Years with a record
23 calendar years (1994–2025)
The 39 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 Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 1977.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)36.0 ft × 13.0 ft × 4.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 14 / net 11
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderBART DEFOREST · SEADRIFT, TX, UNITED STATES · built 1994
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionGasoline Outboard
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portCORPUS CHRISTI, TX
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 17 June 2026 · expires 31 May 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 it14 - Simplified, Gross Ton
11 - Simplified, Net Ton
11 - 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
WDH5137MMSI 367624880 · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 3 June 2014, cancelled 3 August 2024
WCY6849MMSI not assigned · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 9 September 1998, cancelled 15 November 2008 · licensed under a name not among this hull’s recorded names (not shown)
WCU4868MMSI not assigned · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 8 September 1995, cancelled 7 January 2006 · licensed under a name not among this hull’s recorded names (not shown)
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.
Inspection history · 39
22 August 2025
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8215654
3 December 2024
Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8042669
10 July 2024
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7955158
12 June 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7933245
11 September 2023
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7789487
2 December 2022
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7603439
27 October 2022
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7585130
18 October 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7579547
20 April 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7179041
1 August 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7188450
26 June 2020
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6987363
1 August 2019
COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6769744
4 April 2019
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6655787
7 November 2018
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6576924
11 June 2018
In-Service Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6441577
7 November 2017
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6302720
21 June 2016
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5908531
8 June 2016
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5899871
15 September 2015
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5718757
20 June 2014
Simplified Stability Test · Hull Examination · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4939024
27 February 2006
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2591264
3 January 2003
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1725455
4 June 2002
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1626338
14 November 2001
Annual Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1433911
25 August 2000
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1417112
17 January 2000
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 813896
16 December 1999
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1376006
9 September 1999
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1456732
30 May 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Port Aransas · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1510233
27 August 1998
Administrative
Administrative · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 797818
25 August 1998
Hull Examination · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1400834
15 October 1997
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 779391
21 August 1997
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1400627
23 September 1996
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 832153
28 August 1996
Hull Examination · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1402312
16 October 1995
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 879865
23 August 1995
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1448681
31 January 1995
Administrative
Administrative · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 832680
23 August 1994
Initial Certification · Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1470662
Deficiency record · 61
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 10 September 2025
Resolved
Individual power pumps used for separate spaces are to be controlled from a central control point and must have a light or other visual means at the control point to indicate operation. Vessel is unable to actuate bilge pumps. To be repaired to the satisfaction of USCG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.520(a)
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › UMS - alarms
Issued 10 September 2025
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in each of the following normally unmanned spaces: A machinery space bilge, bilge well, shaft alley bilge, or other spaces subject to flooding from sea water piping within.
Vessel is unable to test bilge high level alarms. To be repaired to the satisfaction of USCG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 182.530(a)(2)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 10 September 2025
Resolved
Each vessel that relies on electricity to power the following loads must be arranged so that the loads can be energized from two sources of electricity: Navigation equipment and lights. Vessel did not have power in their upper deck operating station. To be repaired to the satisfaction of USCG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 183.310(a)(1)(iv)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Electronic charts (ECDIS)
Issued 10 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. Vessel's crew
was not able to verify up-to-date electronic charts.
46 CFR 184.420(a)(1)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 September 2025
Resolved
All electrical equipment and circuits must be clearly marked and identified. Vessel did not have their electrical panel at the operating station labeled.
46 CFR 183.220(d)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 10 September 2025
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. Vessel's burn gel was expired.
46 CFR 184.710
46 CFR 199.175(b)(10)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 July 2024
Resolved
Each PFD must have at least 200 sq. cm. (31 sq. in.) of retroreflective material on its front side, at least 200 sq. cm. on its back side and at least 200 sq. cm. of mat. Retroreflective material on 19 PFDs were worn and no longer reflective. Vessel is limited to carry 15 adult passengers until the lifejackets are repaired or replaced. The authorization of carriage of children remains unchanged.
46 CFR 160.077-13(c)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 10 July 2024
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. Extracts from the publications listed above for the areas to be transited may be provided instead of the complete publication. Vessel did not have up to date charts on board.
46 CFR 184.420
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 July 2024
Resolved
A vessel must have one or more...vessel of more than 7.9 meters (26ft) in length, but not more than 19.8 meters (65 Feet), must carry a minimum of one life buoy of not less that 610 millimeters (24 inches) in diameter...resistant to deterioration from UV light... Life buoy was 22 inches in diameter, with a cotton life line, and the floating water light was not attached. Rectify to comply with regulation.
46 CFR 180.70
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 10 July 2024
Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the SMI. Breathalyzer was not calibrated within 6 to 12 months as directed in the manufacturer instructions. Rectify to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 4.06-15(a)(1)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 31 October 2023
Resolved
Each life jacket must be marked with Type I retroreflective material approved in 46 CFR 164.018 or other standard specified by the Commandant. Marine Inspector found 15 life jackets with deteriorated retroreflective material. Vessel is reduced to 19 adult passengers until life jackets are repaired to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 31 October 2023
Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked in clearly legible block capital letters with the vessel's name. Marine Inspector found 01 ring life buoy without the vessel name. Ensure the vessel name is affixed to the ring life buoy to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 31 October 2023
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communication Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Marine Inspector found 01 radio that not operational. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending
Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 3 May 2021
Resolved
A vessel must carry one floating waterlight unless it is limited to daytime operation, in which case no floating light is required. Vessel's floating waterlight is inoperational. Prove proper operation of waterlight.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 3 May 2021
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the international and inland navigation rules. Vessel's masthead and anchor light is not installed. prove proper operation of masthead and anchor light. Vessel is restricted to daytime operation only.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - cracking
Issued 26 June 2020
Resolved
Inspect all railings and their attachment to the hull structure. Mooring cleat starboard side amidships is loose and needs to be secured to the deck. Current condition allows water intrusion into mounting location through the fiberglass. Upper deck railing has two locations, port and starboard sides amidships, where the railing posts are loose at the deck mount. Current condition allows water intrusion into mounting location through the fiberglass. Both railing mounts need to be secured to the deck.
46 CFR 176.25-5(a)(4)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 November 2018
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. Marine Inspector observed fuel leak coming from port side outboard engine. Vessel must rectify issue to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector prior to carrying passengers.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 16 November 2018
Resolved
At each initial inspection and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector may require that an abandon ship, man overboard and fire drill be held under simulated emergency conditions specified by the inspector. Vessel was not able to get underway to conduct man overboard and fire drill. Vessel shall not operate until drills are conducted to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Man Overboard Recovery
Issued 13 November 2017
Resolved
Vessel rep reported port engine inoperable. At each inspection, the marine inspector may require a man overboard drill to be conducted. Vessel rep shall provide operable engine prior to carrying passengers. 46 CFR 176.808(g)
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 13 November 2017
Resolved
Automatic bilge pump not permanently mounted to the vessel. The pump shall be permanently mounted to the vessel. Prior to carrying passengers. 46 CFR 182.520(e)(3)
Fire Fighting › Fire Bucket › Capacity
Issued 13 November 2017
Resolved
Vessels not required to have power driven fire pumps must have 3, 9.5L (2.5 Gallon) fire buckets marked "Fire Bucket" in a contrasting color. Vessel has 2 gallon fire buckets. Replace 2 gallon buckets with 2.5 gallon buckets. 46 CFR 181.610
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 7 November 2017
Resolved
Vessel has not undergone an annual inspection since 23JUN16. Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after each anniversary date. Vessel shall undergo and complete an annual inspection prior to carrying passengers. 46 CFR 176.500(b)(1)
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 15 September 2015
Resolved
Compartments housing power sources for outboard engines are not watertight.
Engineering › Gasoline Engine (propulsion) › Fuel Intake (2 stroke)
Issued 15 September 2015
Resolved
High pressure fuel hoses were not double clamped.
Engineering › Gasoline Engine (propulsion) › Engine Block (4 cycle)
Issued 15 September 2015
Resolved
Two of the mount bolts on the STBD engine were not sufficient and must be replaced.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Superstructure
Issued 15 September 2015
Resolved
In the forward compartment, the two windows acting as emergency escape hatches, no longer meet the weather tight integrity standard.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Superstructure
Issued 15 September 2015
Resolved
Vessel representative must provide plans to OCMI for the topside operating station and complete conversion to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector.
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Valve Flange
Issued 27 February 2006
Resolved
Repair/replace through hull fitting in the fwd area just beneath the helm. A valve body is loose in the through hull penetration.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 27 February 2006
Resolved
Crop/repair to good wood the hull area beneath the helm to include the access door framing in the deck and deck support framing.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Bracket
Issued 27 February 2006
Resolved
Replace two wood brackets topside on the weather deck adjacent to the control station.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 27 February 2006
Resolved
Repair the delaminated portion of fiberglass in the fwd area just beneath the helm.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Manhole
Issued 27 February 2006
Resolved
Make access available to fuel tanks for internal inspection.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Longitudinal Frame
Issued 27 February 2006
Resolved
Make access available for hull inspection for the 5 through ways running the length of the hull.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Bracket
Issued 27 February 2006
Resolved
Repair aft personnel guard rail.
Documentation
Issued 14 November 2001
Resolved
POST PLACARD IAW 46CFR 184.510.
Lifesaving
Issued 9 September 1999
Resolved
CONDUCT MAN OVERBOARD DRILL as per 46 CFR 180.210(b)(1)(2) iaw 46 CFR 180.210 (a)(1)(2)(3).
Lifesaving
Issued 9 September 1999
Resolved
PROVIDE ON BOARD A USCG APPROVED FIRST AID KIT.
Lifesaving
Issued 9 September 1999
Resolved
PROVIDE ON BOARD ONE MORE ADULT LIFEJACKET (TOTAL 25) IAW VSL'S COI PRIOR TO GETTING UNDERWAY AND WORKING IAW COI.
Lifesaving
Issued 9 September 1999
Resolved
STENCIL VSL'S NAME ON LIFERING AND WATERLIGHT PRIOR TO VSL GETTING UNDERWAY
Engineering
Issued 9 September 1999
Resolved
INSTALL PORT AND STBD FUEL OIL CUT OUT VALVES ON BOTH OUTBOARDS.
Fire Fighting
Issued 9 September 1999
Resolved
INSPECT ALL PORTABLE AND FIXED FIRE EXTINGUISHERS PRIOR TO GETTING UNDERWAYAND WORKING IAW VSL'S COI.
Lifesaving
Issued 9 September 1999
Resolved
ENSURE BOTH PORT AND STBD AFT BATTERIES AND SECURED IN VOIDS.
Engineering
Issued 9 September 1999
Resolved
FIX FUEL OIL CUT OUT VALVE IN AFT STBD BATTERY VOID.
Fire Fighting
Issued 25 August 1998
Resolved
ENSURE PROPER NUMBER OF FIRE BUCKETS AVAILABLE (3) WITH ATTACHED LANDYARDS.
Electrical
Issued 25 August 1998
Resolved
REMOVE LOOSE DEAD ENDED WIRING (HELM - LIGHTING)
Fire Fighting
Issued 25 August 1998
Resolved
PROVE B-1 FIRE EXTINGUISHER AT OPERATORS STATION PROPERLY SERVICED.
Engineering
Issued 25 August 1998
Resolved
INSTALL FLAME SCREEN - FUEL TANK VENT.
Lifesaving
Issued 25 August 1998
Resolved
ENSURE LIFE JACKET PLACARD DISPLAYED ON UPPER PASSENGER DECK.
Lifesaving
Issued 25 August 1998
Resolved
ATTACH PADDLES TO LIFE FLOAT.
Lifesaving
Issued 25 August 1998
Resolved
CLEAN UP SPILLED ELECTROLYTE IN PORT SIDE BATTERY COMPARTMENT.
Navigation
Issued 21 August 1997
Resolved
PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF VESSEL NAVIGATION LIGHTS TO A USCG MARINE INSPECTOR IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46 CFR 183.420.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety
Issued 21 August 1997
Resolved
PROERLY MARK BOTH SIDES OF EMERGENCY EXIT ON FORWARD CABIN WINDOW FOR EMERGENCY ESCAPE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46 CFR 185.606
Documentation
Issued 21 August 1997
Resolved
POST VALID FCC SAFETY CERTIFICATE ON BOARD THE VESSEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH 47CFR 80.903.
Documentation
Issued 21 August 1997
Resolved
POST VESSEL STABILITY LETTER IN PILOT HOUSE. IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46 CFR 176.306.
Fire Fighting
Issued 21 August 1997
Resolved
MOUNT APPROVED AND IN-SERVICE B-II PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER FOR MAIN CABIN AREA IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46 CFR 181.500 (a) and .520. VESSEL IS PROHIBITED FROM CARRYING PASSENGERS UNTIL THIS REQUIREMENT IS MET.
Fire Fighting
Issued 21 August 1997
Resolved
INSTALL ONE (1) SMOKE DETECTOR FOR GASOLINE STORAGE COMPARTMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46 CFR 181.410 (C)(5)
Lifesaving
Issued 21 August 1997
Resolved
POST LIFE JACKET DONNING PLACARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46 CFR 185.516
Unknown
Issued 28 August 1996
Resolved
PROVIDE TO MSO CORPUS CHRISTI SATISFACTORY DOCUMENTATION THAT THE MARINE EMPLOYER HAS ESTABLISHED AND IMPLIMENTED A CHEMICAL TESTING PROGRAM AS REQUIRED BY 46 CFR PART 16.
Navigation
Issued 28 August 1996
Resolved
Repair vessels running lights.
Documentation
Issued 23 August 1995
Resolved
Provide proper FCC license as per 46CFR 184.25-1 by 23SEP95.
Lifesaving
Issued 23 August 1995
Resolved
Provide emergency checkoff list as per 46CFR 184.25-1 before getting underway.
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.