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INVESTIGATOR
- Built
- 1981
- Last inspected
- 13 April 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 16 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
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
13 April 2026
Deficiencies
16 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
1025533
WCQ4938
411751
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-411751
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)36.0 ft × 15.0 ft × 6.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 21 / net 17
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderDAVID A LAUX BOATBUILDERS · GEORGETOWN, DE, UNITED STATES · built 1981
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Direct
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portPORT CLINTON, OH
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un, reg
DocumentationValid · issued 5 February 2026 · expires 31 March 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, Gross Ton
17 - Simplified, Net Ton
17 - 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.
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Inspection history · 14
13 April 2026
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8346931
22 July 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8191925
12 November 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8108537
17 April 2024
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7896947
18 April 2023
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7675424
4 May 2022
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7444008
26 April 2022
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7439241
15 April 2021
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7174080
12 May 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6951973
28 February 2020
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6917633
24 April 2019
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6670859
25 April 2018
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6399298
19 April 2017
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6132197
18 April 2016
DAPI Audit · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Toledo · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 5854102
Deficiency record · 16
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 13 April 2026
Resolved
(a)Each EPIRB, other than an EPIRB in an inflatable liferaft, must be tested monthly, using the integrated test circuit and output indicator, to determine that it is operative (c)The EPIRB test required by paragraph (a) shall be logged or otherwise documented, as applicable. Vessel has not been conducting or logging monthly tests. Tested and logged while onboard. 46 CFR 185.728 (a)(c)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 13 April 2026
Resolved
The owner, managing operator, or a qualified servicing facility as applicable must conduct the following inspections and tests: (ii)Monthly inspections required by NFPA 10 may be conducted by the owner, operator, person-in-charge, or a designated member of the crew.(iv)The owner or managing operator must provide satisfactory evidence of the required servicing to the marine inspector. Vessel has not been conducting or logging monthly fire extinguisher inspections. Inspected and logged while onboard. 46 CFR 176.810(b)(ii)(iv)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 13 April 2026
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. (f)Abandon ship and man overboard drills and training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. The drill entry shall include the following information:(1) Date of the drill and training; and(2) General description of the drill scenario and training topics. Vessel has not been logging drills. Ran man overboard and fire drill underway. Logged.
46 CFR 185.520(a)(f)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 4 May 2022
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 26 April 2022
Resolved
EPIRB Battery found to be expired as of 2021. Vessel restricted to operations within 3 miles from Coastline on the Great Lakes. Replace battery per manufacturers specifications.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 26 April 2022
Resolved
Each disposable hydrostatic release unit must be marked with an expiration date of two years after the date on which the unit is installed. EPIRB hydrostatic release marked for 3 year to expire in 2025. Unit will expire in 2024. [name withheld] release unit with the correct expiration date.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 26 April 2022
Resolved
Flexible hose designed for use with hose clamps may be installed with two clamps, at both ends of the hose which: Do not rely on spring tension of the clamp for compressive force. All flexible cooling water hoses should be installed with two hose clamps on each end of the hose before and after strainer for MDE.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 26 April 2022
Resolved
STBD Navigation light did not activate upon operation of switch. Light would illuminate after housing was moved. Repair STBD Navigation light so that it remains illuminated when activated.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
14 Lifejackets were removed from the vessel. Lifejackets were worn/damaged and no longer serviceable. Manning will be reduced from 19 passengers to 5 passengers and 2 crew until new lifejackets are available.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 12 May 2020
Resolved
Emergency Fuel Shut-off was not labeled. Vessel owner shall label the location of the Emergency fuel shut-off location on the vessel.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 28 February 2020
Resolved
Shaft Bearing (Cutlass) worn past 50%. Vessel owner shall replace the bearing prior to vessel being placed back into service from DryDock.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 28 February 2020
Resolved
Weld on the Star board side approx. 16" aft of the bow the weld is cracked.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 28 February 2020
Resolved
Welds at collision bulk head fram cracked. Vessel owner shall repair prior to dry dock completion.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 19 April 2017
Resolved
Frame just under helm fractured at intersection of floor to side frame, drill stop for temp repair effect permanent repair at dry dock in winter
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus › Floating Electric Waterlight
Issued 18 April 2016
Resolved
The buoyant apparatus waterlight lanyard was found in deteriorated condition. Replace lanyard IAW 46 CFR 180.175(f)(4).
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus › Painter
Issued 18 April 2016
Resolved
The buoyant apparatus painter was found in deteriorated condition. Replace painter IAW 46 CFR 180.175(f)(3).
Ownership record
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