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BAHIA BELLE
BAHIA BELLE is a 1942 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 20 inspections since 2017, most recently in February 2025, along with 32 deficiencies and 6 casualty investigations between 2006 and 2022.
Records from 2006 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 21 February 2025.
- Built
- 1942
- Last inspected
- 21 February 2025
- Documentation
- Expired · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 32 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 6 investigations · 2006–2022
Identity
242276
WAM8246
42080
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-42080
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.
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded3
Years with a record
9 calendar years (2017–2025)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
The counts in the strip above are the same counts; this table splits the inspections by
the kind of activity 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.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)61.5 ft × 24.0 ft × 4.1 ft
Registered tonnagegross 50 / net 34
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSAN DIEGO CA · built 1942
Hull materialWood
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSAN DIEGO, CA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationExpired · issued 30 June 2004
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 it50 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
34 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
34 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), 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 · 20
21 February 2025
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8082578
27 February 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7896204
8 May 2023
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7694898
31 January 2023
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7629624
21 July 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7513609
21 July 2022
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7513903
25 April 2022
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7438031
25 April 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7443934
23 April 2022
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7444150
2 March 2022
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7404470
15 June 2021
Damage Survey · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7228550
13 June 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7253614
11 January 2021
Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7122636
30 November 2020
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7103807
16 September 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7067985
10 March 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6924214
9 January 2019
Hull Examination · Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6606861
27 February 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6362477
14 March 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6104435
5 January 2017
Deficiency Check · Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6066609
Deficiency record · 32
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 8 May 2023
Resolved
Pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must:
(3) automatically shut down all power ventilation systems and all engines that draw intake air from within the protected space.
Genset is not connected to fireboy system, ensure genset is connected to fireboy system and shuts down upon activation.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 8 May 2023
Resolved
Each vessel must be provided with bilge pumps IAW 56.50-55 in subchapter F. Risk has been mitigated with portable pumps on board in addition to vessel being limited to Mission Bay.
O/O reported Bilge pump was inoperable and being replaced in kind. Verify install and test in presence of an MI
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 21 July 2022
Resolved
Ships Service Diesel Generator unexpectedly shut down due to overheat from coolant leaks and damaged raw water impeller. Provide Report of findings and generator components serviced and repaired for review to the attending Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 21 July 2022
Resolved
Upon loss of generator power, ships throttle controls became inoperable due to a loss of power. Electrician states throttles are powered directly to a battery charger versus the batteries which loses power upon loss of generator. Submit 1 line electrical diagram of current configuration of throttle wiring in addition to a proposed 1 line diagram of throttle installation to ensure batteries are the source of power of throttle control and will not be subject to loss during a disruption of power.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 21 July 2022
Resolved
Based on objective evidence that the throttle controls have not been installed correctly or operating within manufacturers standards. vessel is required to submit a Qualitative Failure Analysis and Design Verification Testing Procedure obtained by throttle manufacturer to USCG Marine Safety Center for review and approval.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 25 April 2022
Resolved
All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Vessel experienced generator shut-down while underway due to loose connection of fuse for fuel pump/injectors. Must conduct trouble-shooting of the entire electrical generation and make necessary repairs to the satisfaction of Coast Guard Marine Inspector prior to getting underway with passengers.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 25 April 2022
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with suitable steering apparatus. Vessel was intentionally grounded by master upon discovery of generator casualty that impacted sections around rudder stocks. Operator must conduct survey of condition of rudders and all rudder components to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard Marine Inspector prior to getting underway with passengers.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 23 April 2022
Resolved
Electrical Equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions.
Vessels generator failed and is inoperable. Troubleshoot and repair as needed. Conduct satisfactory operation test in the presence of a USCG marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Main deck salon forward and aft smoke detector failed self- test. Repair / replace
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Main deck Forward pantry overhead light fixture missing its diffuser.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Port side life ring Buoy lifeline weathered. Replace.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Main deck salon Portside wall light sconces; light fixture loose; Install hardware to secure.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Engine room Portside transformer unit front cover plate missing hardware. Install and secure plate cover.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Fire main suction supply pipe not properly secured in bracket; Repair.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Fire pump motor controller front cover not missing securing hardware; repair.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Fire pump discharge pressure gauge; not properly displaying static and dynamic pressure during operational test; Repair / replace gauge.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Port and STBD MDE start battery storage cover not secured in place; provide securing means / straps.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Port & STBD MDE electrical starter knife switch exposed; not properly enclosed to prevent personnel contact.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Port Engine shaft stern tube; electrical junction box not properly secured in place; repair.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Safe means of access
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Saloon deck Port and STBD aft staircase; center rails loose at securing points. Repair.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Saloon deck portside forward wall sconce light fixture loose; repair / replace.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Saloon deck aft special lighting STBD end fixture not properly secured. Repair / replace.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Saloon deck smoke detector failed self- test; repair / replace.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Operating station Bilge alarm unit failed during audible test. Repair / replace.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 15 June 2021
Resolved
STBD steering ram mount sheared off main longitudinal deck beam support in steering compartment causing a reduction in vessel steering capabilities. Must submit repair proposal for longitudinal deck beam to OCMI for approval, conduct necessary repairs to deck beam, re-mount steering ram and conduct steering tests to the satisfaction of the attending CG Marine Inspector.
Fire Fighting › Fire Main › Material
Issued 14 March 2017
Resolved
Provide bracket to properly support fire main piping in port engine room.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Junction Box
Issued 14 March 2017
Resolved
Properly seal electrical junction boxes.
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 14 March 2017
Resolved
Provide proper install to loose light fixture in the stbd engine room.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation Ventilation
Issued 14 March 2017
Resolved
Propvide proper install to battery box covers in both engine rooms.
Stability › Unintentional Flooding › General
Issued 5 January 2017
Resolved
Remove excess water and dry chem from E/R Bilges
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 5 January 2017
Resolved
Renew lagging on Stbd engine
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted
Issued 5 January 2017
Resolved
Prove proper operation of engines via sea trial with Coast Guard personnel
Casualty record · 6
22 October 2006Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2814705
1 August 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 dead · activity 3554077
20 February 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3701184
13 June 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7253614
25 April 2022Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7443934
21 July 2022Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7513609
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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