Records from 2003 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 14 October 2025.
Inspection history · 21
14 October 2025
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8251449
28 May 2025
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8146398
1 October 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8012056
12 October 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7807046
17 May 2023
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7692262
28 July 2022
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7516705
28 April 2022
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7440171
15 October 2021
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7333286
9 July 2021
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7250537
11 December 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7110329
2 November 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7088423
21 October 2019
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6838489
23 July 2019
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6759535
28 June 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6741817
21 February 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6630152
21 February 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6633302
21 February 2019
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6634949
25 September 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6540432
1 August 2017
COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6226967
31 July 2017
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6226344
4 October 2016
Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6012196
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for radio personnel
Issued 14 October 2025
Resolved
Each ship transporting more than six passengers for hire equipped with a radiotelephone station must carry a radio operator who holds a marine radio operator permit or higher class license.
47 CFR 80.159(e)(1)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 November 2025
Resolved 3 November 2025
Resolution: Vsl captain completed FCC radio operator course, awaiting
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 1 October 2024
Resolved
Irrespective of build date, a vessel to which this subchapter applies must meet 46 CFR 181.405 and 46 CFR 181.450. Vessel is not fitted with interconnected fire detectors in the galley, engine room, and generator room. Install an approved fire detection system to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 1 November 2024
Resolved 7 November 2024
Resolution: Verified that the system was installed, rep relayed that it was installed on 06NOV24. Tested the alarms in each of the zones and verified that the panel alarmed for each space correctly.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Stations in the maritime service must be licensed by the FCC and issued for a term of ten years.
Vessel was missing updated FCC Station license, needs original form to be inspected.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: FCC station license provided to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
A visual indicator must be provided at the operating station to indicate when any automatic bilge pump is operating.
Bilge Alarm in pilothouse has 02 lights come on at the same time. Must reflect correct space with the activated alarm.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Bilge alarms adjusted to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Exposed hazards, such as gears and rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard or rail.
Guard for port side motor located in the laundry room is loose/unlatched.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Guard repaired and reattached to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Hinged watertight door must be fitted with quick action closing device.
Watertight doors must be tightened so quick action closing device have little to no slack to allow water entry.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: All watertight doors tightened to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Distribution panel must be totally enclosed.
Main distribution panel is missing a blank to cover an opening in the panel, exposing back wires.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Blank inserted to distribution panel to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Exhaust gas must not leak from the piping or any connections.
Port side exhaust pipe has a pin hole leak, causing exhaust to leak out and solidify.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Pin hole leak successfuly repaired to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Flexible shall be fabricated with an inner tube and a cover of synthetic rubber or other suitable material reinforced with wire braid.
Replace F/O hose to #3 main diesel engine fuel pump.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: F/O hose replaced to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.
01 undercharged portable fire extinguisher at No. 8 fire station inside engine room. Must be properly charged.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Portable extinguisher replaed with properly charged extinguisher to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkhead strength
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Inspection of all watertight closures in the hull, decks, and bulkheads to be ready for inspection.
Insert needed to replace bulkhead penetration and surrounding damage in the generator room, port side.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Insert successfully welded in generator room port side to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Exhaust gas must not leak from the piping or any connections.
Exhaust leak on the #2 Generator, first joint, exposed after removing lagging.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Exhaust pipe and joint adjusted and repaired to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
All wiring and cables shall be suitable for marine service and for particular installation used.
Protective sleeves for wires on both generators are deteriorating, exposed to oil and fuel.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Protective sleeves for generator wiring replaced to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Voltmeter and an ammeter shall be provided that can be used for measuring voltage and current of each generator.
Ammeter for #1 Generator is not reading/registering.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Ammeter displayed an appropriate reading once adjusted and put on load.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Low level lighting in corridors
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Each vessel must have adequate emergency lighting.
Generator room emergency light to be cleaned to show adequate light and able to highlight escape hatch sign in emergency.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Light and sign are cleaned to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight.
Escape hatch in engine room is not watertight, evident in gap.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Escape hatch readjusted and repaired to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
All accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull to be ready for inspection.
Pin hole on the starboard side shell under the escape hatch in the engine room.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Pin hole filled and rewelded to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Prepared to test the steering systems of the vessel and to the extent necessary to determine that they are in suitable condition.
All steering gear posts have cracked welds at the joint.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Steering gear posts replaced anew to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents.
First Aid kit box latch fell and some medication were expired.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: New first aid box restocked with new medication to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
Each item of survival craft equipment must be of good quality, and efficient for the purpose it is intended to serve.
Lines for the life float and life ring on the 01 deck behind the pilothouse, attached to lights, are fraying and deteriorating.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Lines replaced to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
All accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and weather decks are prepared to conduct tests and ready for inspection.
Cracks in the mid body and first vent box on both sides, top side, are present. To be monitored and then repaired at next dry dock.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Mid body and vent box cracks rewelded to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
A hatch cover exposed to the weather must be watertight and must have securing devices and operable from both sides.
All main deck "Freeman" hatches are not closing within a reasonable time. Recommend to method to adjust all hatches to find the locking mechanism with ease.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: "Freeman" hatches marked for efficient opening and closing to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
All cable/wire must be protected from the weather.
Main deck light port side contain loose wire stuffing, exposing the wire and penetration to weather.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Wire stuffing successfully repaired to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
All accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and weather decks are prepared to conduct tests and ready for inspection.
03 cracked skip welds on the side shell near starboard generator.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Rewelded to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 12 October 2023
Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight.
Passenger space emergency escape needs adjusting.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 November 2023
Resolved 16 October 2023
Resolution: Replaced gasket and tighten each point of contact to satisfaction of Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 28 July 2022
Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight. Found small crack in STBD side emergency escape hatch in generator room.
Cite 46CFR179.360
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 August 2022
Resolved 5 August 2022
Resolution: Crack welded and repaired.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 28 July 2022
Resolved
Fuel lines must be protected from mechanical injury to prevent cracking and bending. Port generator F/O return line found to be bent.
46CFR182.455
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 August 2022
Resolved 1 August 2022
Resolution: Vessel master sent photos of replaced fuel line.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkheads - cracking
Issued 28 July 2022
Resolved
At each inspection for certification vessel must be made ready for inspection of the hull structure to include all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull. On the bulkhead of the generator room side of exhaust overboard discharge found excessive salt build up as well as dampness on the salt buildup. Appeared to have cracked welds. Could not locate cracked welds due to salt build up. Requires cleaning and cracked welds to be repaired. Multiple cracks and cracked welds on stern rub rail require repair.
Cite: 46CFR176.802(a)(1)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 August 2022
Resolved 5 August 2022
Resolution: Cracked welds and cracks on stern rub rail repaired. Generator room bulkhead opposite of exhaust overboard cleaned and cracked welds repaired.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 29 April 2022
Resolved
Piping, valves, and fittings of CO2 cylinder for paint locker must be securely supported and protected against damage. Paint locker cylinder hose dry-rotted, to be replaced.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 5 May 2022
Resolution: Recieved photographic evidence of replacement rod.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 15 October 2021
Resolved
Doors exposed to the weather must be weathertight. Gasket on main deck weathertight door is not serviceable(missing pieces) and is not weathertight.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 November 2021
Resolved 15 November 2021
Resolution: Rcvd picture of new gasket installed.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 15 October 2021
Resolved
Vessel is required to have Safety Radiotelephony and Bridge to Bridge certificates. Radio call sign incorrect on both Certificates.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 November 2021
Resolved 15 November 2021
Resolution: Rcvd picture of corrected radio certificates.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 2 November 2020
Resolved
Port and Stbd Main Engine water hoses located on the top of the mains outer coating are deteriorating, vsl will replace in kind.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 16 November 2020
Resolved 10 November 2020
Resolution: Recieved photos of replaced hoses installed on engines
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 21 February 2019
Resolved
When a vessel is not in compliance with its Certificate of Inspection or fails to comply with a regulation of this subchapter, the cognizant OCMI may permit the vessel to proceed to another port for repair, if in the judgment of the OCMI, the trip can be completed safely." The vessel experienced a head-on collision underway with another vessel, incurring hull penetrations in the port side forepeak compartment, approximately 6x12 inches, 6 feet above the waterline. Per the vessel transit plan provided 21FEB2019, the following conditions must be maintained throughout the entire voyage: 1) a 1 inch diaphragm pump 2250 gph must be onboard and ready for immediate use, 2) a polymer baloon filled with approximately 2psi must be placed in the affected area to prevent water ingress, 3) conduct hourly rounds of the affected space, 4) conduct hourly radio updates with the Sector New Orleans Command Center, 5) the vessel will transit from Venice, LA, to Houma through Cat Island Pass and come up the Houma Nav canal then turn east in the ICW east bound to mile marker 51 at Diversified R and R boats. Upon arrival, vessel must conduct permanent repairs to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.202(a) 705c
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 March 2019
Resolved 28 February 2019
Resolution: Vessel repairs were completed and NDT completed.
Fire Fighting › Fire Main › Pressure
Issued 4 October 2016
Resolved
Vessel's #2 main engine PTO fire monitor was unable to gain suction. Marine Inspectors tested primary fire pump, test satisfactory. Fire monitor to be repaired and tested in the prescence of attending Marine Inspector.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 October 2016
Resolved 11 October 2016
Resolution: Vessel provided proof to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector that the PTO Fire Monitor was able to gain suction and provide the proper stream output.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable
Issued 4 October 2016
Resolved
Two lifefloats were found in unsatisfactory condition vessel is restricted to 22 persons onboard. One lifefloat is servicable. Repair or replace lifefloats to satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 October 2016
Resolved 11 October 2016
Resolution: Vessel provided proof to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector by replacing 2 severly deteriorated lifefloats in kind.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 4 October 2016
Resolved
Paint locker has a hole in it. Repair to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 October 2016
Resolved 13 October 2016
Resolution: Vessel properly sealed hole in paintlocker on deck to the satisfaction of the attending marine surveyor.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Watertight Subdivision Standard
Issued 4 October 2016
Resolved
Wire rungs in engine room are passing through at watertight bulkhead but are not sealed properly. Make all penetrations watertight.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 October 2016
Resolved 13 October 2016
Resolution: Vessel provided proof to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector that the watertight bulkhead penetration going from the engine room into the lazarette steering space was properly sealed.
Engineering › Compressed Air System (control) › Receiver/Bottle
Issued 4 October 2016
Resolved
Gauges on air receivers are maxed at 200 psi. MAWP is 200 psi. Relief valve set at 150. Replace gauges (1.2-2 relief valve settings) above MAWP.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 October 2016
Resolved 4 October 2016
Resolution: Vessel replaced gauges with the appropriate measured gauges according the the CFR (1.2 - 2.0 relief valve setting).