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BELLE OF MEMPHIS

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1960s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H)

BELLE OF MEMPHIS is a 1963 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 22 inspections since 2016, most recently in July 2025, along with 50 deficiencies, 1 operational control and 4 casualty investigations between 2006 and 2021.

Records from 2006 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 31 July 2025.

Built
1963
Last inspected
31 July 2025
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections
22
Deficiencies
50 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date
Casualties
4 investigations · 2006–2021
Also recorded as
1 other name

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 31 July 2025
Recorded inspections22
…physical examinations18
…administrative events2
…with no type recorded2
Deficiencies 50 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 10 calendar years (2016–2025)
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

US Official No.
291372
IMO number
—
Call sign
WDG5964
MISLE id
44464
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-44464

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)83.1 ft × 24.4 ft × 4.8 ft
Registered tonnagegross 78 / net 53
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderDUBUQUE BOAT & BOILER CO · DUBUQUE, IA, UNITED STATES · built 1963
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portPORT OF MEMPHIS, TN
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 9 June 2026 · expires 31 July 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 it78 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
53 - 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.
Vessel history report
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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 · 22

31 July 2025 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Lower Mississippi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8147169
12 July 2024 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Lower Mississippi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7956758
1 July 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7953077
1 April 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7888252
24 January 2024 MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7841513
30 May 2023 In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7700549
9 January 2023 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7606885
20 January 2022 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7380681
9 September 2021 Damage Survey · Examination of Repairs · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7308776
11 April 2021 Deficiency Check · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7173088
11 April 2021 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7174493
13 January 2021 Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7123803
5 February 2020 Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6894203
11 July 2019 MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6745786
30 November 2018 Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6590182
3 January 2018 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · Plan Review (Other than "T") · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6332056
18 September 2017 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6275493
11 September 2017 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6264973
24 August 2017 Damage Survey · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6251464
24 August 2017 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6251584
16 November 2016 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6042343
27 January 2016 MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5804414

Deficiency record · 50

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 1 April 2024 Resolved
A vessel that is exposed to salt water not more than three months in any 12 month period since the last examination must undergo a drydock examination and an internal structural examination at least once every five years. As of today's date the vessel is past due for its drydock examination and internal structural examination (as stated on the vessel's COI). Vessel is prohibited from any operations which requires a Certificate of Inspection until the vessel receives credit for completion of required examinations.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 9 May 2025
Resolved 21 April 2025
Resolution: Completed credit Drydock and Internal Structural Exam.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 24 January 2024 Resolved
46 CFR 181.01-5 (Old Subchapter T) as referenced by 46 CFR 118.115, Fire-fighting equipment is to be readily available for use. Mechanical fire pumps installed on port and starboard engines failed to produce sufficient pressure for effective fire fighting.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 19 March 2024
Resolution: Witnessed proper operation of mechanical fire pumps.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 24 January 2024 Resolved
46 CFR 181.01-5 (Old Subchapter T) as referenced by 46 CFR 118.115, Fire-fighting equipment is to be readily available for use. The variable stream discharge nozzle on 1st deck fire hose leaked through body of nozzle when energized.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 19 March 2024
Resolution: New, variable stream discharge nozzle installed and witnessed proper operation.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 24 January 2024 Resolved
46 CFR 182.25-1 (Old Subchapter T) as referenced by 46 CFR 119.115, All vessels shall be provided with a satisfactory arrangement for draining any watertight compartment other than small buoyancy compartments, under all practical conditions. Control valve servicing engine room bilge pick up piping failed to open.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 15 February 2024
Resolution: Vessel personnel demonstrated proper operation of valve and detwatering capability.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 24 January 2024 Resolved
46 CFR 183.01-5 (Old Subchapter T) as referenced by 46 CFR 119.115, electrical installations and equipment should provide reasonably safety of personnel from electrical shock. Panel door and face plate for 4-switch electrical distribution panel in galley was not secured to the electrical box and easily separates from rest of box, directly exposing electrical components.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 15 February 2024
Resolution: Face plate properly attached to electrical box.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing Systems: System design and installation must be in accordance with the Marine Design, Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual approved for the system by the Commandant. One CO2 cylinder found to be positioned incorrectly with the cylinder siphon tube positioned upwards vs. downward.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 January 2023
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing Systems: A pull cable used to activate the system controls must be enclosed in conduit. Conduit was found riding on the activation cable.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 January 2023
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard marine inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
A vessel of more than 65 feet in length must carry a minimum of three (03) life buoys of not less than 24 inches in diameter. STBD side of pilothouse life buoy was found with plug missing.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 23 January 2023
Resolved 12 January 2023
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
A means of escape that is not readily apparent to a person from both inside and outside the space must be adequately marked. Main deck forward “EXIT” sign would not illuminate.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 23 January 2023
Resolved 11 January 2023
Resolution: Witnessed satifactory operation of illuminated exit sign on backup power.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Stowage of cargo
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
STBD side main deck concessionary stand had a gas cylinder, that is utilized for the soda machine, not secured.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 23 January 2023
Resolved 12 January 2023
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard marine inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
Bilge piping system: Pipes piercing the collision bulkhead shall be fitted with screw down valves operable from above the bulkhead deck. Inspection found screw down valve not operating correctly. Vessel will utilize hand portable bilge pump in the meantime.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 February 2023
Resolved 11 January 2023
Resolution: Witnessed proper operation of bilge piping screw down valve immediately forward of collision bulkhead from main deck via a reach rod.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing Systems: System design and installation must be in accordance with the Marine Design, Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual approved for the system by the Commandant. One CO2 cylinder label is damage making it unreadable.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 February 2023
Resolved 6 February 2023
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Evidence of Basic Training
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
The owner, charterer, master, or managing operator shall instruct each crew member, upon first being employed and prior to getting underway for the first time on a particular vessel and at least once every three months, as to the duties that the crew member is expected to perform in an emergency including, but not limited to, the emergency instructions listed on the emergency instruction placard required by 46 CFR 122.510, when applicable, the duties listed in the station bill required by 46 CFR 122.514. Inspection found some crew members unfamiliar with aligning bilge system.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 February 2023
Resolved 8 February 2023
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast guard marine inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 9 January 2023 Resolved
Propulsion engine control system: A multiple engine vessel with independent remote propulsion control for each engine need not have a second means of controlling each engine. Inspection found throttle cable sleeve at connection point damaged. New cable installed prior to completion of the inspection.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 9 January 2023
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard marine inspection.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 20 January 2022 Resolved
A vessel of more than 65 feet in length must carry a minimum of three life buoys of not less than 24 inches in diameter. Inspection found one (01) life buoy located on PORT side of pilothouse damaged (plug missing). Replace life buoy to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard marine inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 February 2022
Resolved 22 February 2022
Resolution: New life buoy installed which was properly mounted, marked, and outfitted.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 20 January 2022 Resolved
Vessel authorized to meet regulations applicable on 3/10/1996. IAW 46 CFR 183.01-10 (Old T) OCMI requires navigational lights to be energized from a temporary power source IAW with 46 CFR 112.15-1 (Old J). Inspection found navigational lights did not energized from emergence power source. Prove to the satisfaction of the attending Coat Guard Marine inspector prior to operating at night that the navigational lights can illuminate from emergency power source.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 22 February 2022
Resolution: Crew demonstrated proper operation of navigation lights properly from backup power supply.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 20 January 2022 Resolved
Vessel authorized to meet regulations applicable on 3/10/1996. 46 CFR 183.10-59(g) (Old T) requires a voltmeter that can be used for measuring voltage. Voltmeter found displaying inaccurate/inconsistent readings. Prove that voltage reading on meter is consistent with generator output.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 February 2022
Resolved 3 March 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard marine inspector.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 20 January 2022 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions. Inspection found ground detection system has 02 inoperable lights. Prove lights for all phases illuminates.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 February 2022
Resolved 22 February 2022
Resolution: Crew demonstrated proper operation of ground fault detection equipment.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 20 January 2022 Resolved
Generator engine oil low pressure sensor is activating the engine high temp alarm and engine high temp sensor is activating the engine low oil pressure alarm. Prove operation of alarms for the generator engine.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 February 2022
Resolved 22 February 2022
Resolution: Crew demonstrated proper operation of generator high temperature and low lube oil sensors and alarms.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 11 April 2021 Resolved
The vessel was underway with passengers on board and suffered a failure to the starboard engine clutch and cable. Make permanent repairs and prove proper operation to the satisfaction of a USCG Marine Inspector prior to carrying passengers.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 12 April 2021
Resolution: The deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of an attending USCG Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 February 2021 Resolved
The material integrity of the life ring on bow of vessel was found to be compromised. Replace with life ring meeting specifications in stated site.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 February 2021
Resolved 8 February 2021
Resolution: Received photographic evidence sufficient to clear def.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 14 February 2020 Resolved
Observed slow fuel leak in port engine return fuel line at fuel hose/piping connection point in engine room. Required leak to be secured.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 14 February 2020
Resolution: Connection point tighted; leak secured.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications
Issued 5 February 2020 Resolved
Water supply piping servicing the firefighting supply and the bilge suction segregated by a common valve. Valve purpose was not labeled. Required valve to be labeled with use clearly identified.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 6 March 2020
Resolved 6 March 2020
Resolution: Durable sign with instructions posted at valve.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 5 February 2020 Resolved
IAW existing vessel alternative compliance as per 46 CFR Part 120; navigation lights required to be energized from two sources as per 46 CFR 120.310. Mast light did not operate when attempting to energize with emergency power source. Required proper operation from second power source prior to night operations.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 11 February 2020
Resolution: Vessel operator proved proper operation of mast light.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 5 February 2020 Resolved
46 CFR 182.30-1 requires suitable steering apparatus. Operation of steering apparatus in current configuration causes the steering cable to jump track at port rudder post and bind which is unsuitable. Re-work steering cable to ensure proper travel without bitter ends contacting cable runs and add an additional U-bolt to each end install in opposite direction as currently installed U-bolts.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 14 February 2020
Resolution: Steering cable re-worked and tiller arm with arc completely rebuilt.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 5 February 2020 Resolved
IAW existing vessel compliance in 46 CFR Part 118:115(c) and fire equipment installation requirement in 46 CFR 118:120(a). Newly installed hose servicing one of the two high pressure CO2 bottles (forward most bottle) found to have 2-180 degree severe bends in hose, tight radius of bends deemed significant enough to reasonably suspect if left in current state the hose would soon collapse which would result in a system failure should the system be energized in an emergency. Hose to be re-worked in a matter to eliminate tight bends.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 11 February 2020
Resolution: Hoses re-worked and tight bends eliminated.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 12 July 2019 Resolved
Conduct fire drill prior to operating.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 1 August 2019
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Man Overboard Drill (MOB)
Issued 11 July 2019 Resolved
Conduct man overboar drill prior to operating.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 1 August 2019
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 11 July 2019 Resolved
Bow void bilge suction is slow. Troubleshoot and prove proper operation.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 1 August 2019
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 11 July 2019 Resolved
Bow void suction pipe is leaking in sewage compartment. Repair as necessary.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 1 August 2019
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 11 July 2019 Resolved
Life ring buoy on port bridge wing needs attached polypropylene line replaced. Check other life ring buoys and replace as necessary.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 1 August 2019
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Overcurrent Device
Issued 19 January 2018 Resolved
Make necessary corrections to the deficiencies identified on page 1 of Enclosure (1) listed under "A. Electrical Deficiencies Observed". (See attached documentation for details)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 February 2018
Resolved 27 February 2018
Resolution: Vsl's electrical arrangement in compliance with applicable standards.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Overcurrent Device
Issued 19 January 2018 Resolved
Once item 1) from above is addressed, make necessary corrections to the approved electrical plans (Drawing # 17-2298)for items listed on page 1 & 2 of Enclosure (1) under "B. Electrical Plan Edits". Upon completion, re-submit to the MSC for approval. (See attached documentation for details.)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 February 2018
Resolved 27 February 2018
Resolution: O/O has submitted updated electrical plans to MSC for approval.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted
Issued 19 January 2018 Resolved
Conduct man overboard and fire drill to the satisfaction of the attending CG Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 February 2018
Resolved 27 February 2018
Resolution: Satisfactory drills conducted.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Servicing
Issued 19 January 2018 Resolved
Provide proof of servicing for the vessel's fixed CO2 servicing.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 February 2018
Resolved 14 February 2018
Resolution: Received CO2 servicing report via email.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Deck Rail
Issued 31 August 2017 Resolved
Two stanchions on the bow in way of the rescue platform have wastage. Make permanent repairs.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 September 2017
Resolved 11 September 2017
Resolution: Stanchions have been replaced.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Deck Rail
Issued 31 August 2017 Resolved
At the removable handrails where the rescue platform is connected to the pivot plate on the bow there is a sizeable gap between the deck and the bottom of the rail. Ensure gap is reduced to provide adequate passenger safety.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 September 2017
Resolved 11 September 2017
Resolution: Plates have been mounted under the exposed area.
Lifesaving › Rescue Boat › Carriage Requirement
Issued 31 August 2017 Resolved
Vessel is equipped with a rescue platform on the bow in lieu of carrying a rescue boat. On the starboard side of the rescue platform at the front of the ramp, a stiffener between the bottom of the rail and the ramp is cracked. Make permanent repairs.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 September 2017
Resolved 11 September 2017
Resolution: Stiffener has been replaced.
Lifesaving › Rescue Boat › Carriage Requirement
Issued 31 August 2017 Resolved
Vessel is equipped with a rescue platform on the bow in lieu of carrying a rescue boat. The spreader bar where the lifting cable is attached to the top of the rescue platform is bowed/deflected. Replace spreader bar with a new one that provides adequate strength and support for platform suspension and lifting.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 30 September 2017
Resolved 11 September 2017
Resolution: Spreader bar has been replaced with a solid metal rod.
Lifesaving › Rescue Boat › Carriage Requirement
Issued 25 August 2017 Resolved
Vessel is equipped with a rescue platform on the bow in lieu of carrying a rescue boat. Platform arrangement was damaged during a drill rendering it inoperable. Make permanent repairs to bow rescue platform and boom, and make arrangement available for satisfactory proof load test to the satisfaction of attending USCG marine inspector.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 31 August 2017
Resolution: Boom and winch were replaced and passed a prrof load test of 5000 lbs. Permanent repairs completed on rescue platform.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (emergency) › Number of Sources
Issued 24 February 2017 Resolved
Provide, by means of a PE letter, attestation that all systems identified in 46 CFR 120.310(a) onboard the vessel can be powered from two sources of electricity and the emergency backup supplies 3 hours of power.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 March 2017
Resolved 3 April 2017
Resolution: Received email with signed PE letter attached.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing System › Piping
Issued 24 February 2017 Resolved
Provide proof that fixed extinguishing system pipes have been blown down.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2017
Resolved 15 March 2017
Resolution: Fixed fire extinguishing piping has been blown down.
Documentation › Safety/Response Plans/Programs › Damage Stability Calculation Program/Plans
Issued 24 February 2017 Resolved
Provide weight calculations for flooring that was removed during flooring renovation.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2017
Resolved 3 March 2017
Resolution: Provided weight calculations for the removal of wooden flooring and the installation of epoxy and flake floor covering.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (emergency) › Wiring
Issued 21 February 2017 Resolved
The marine radar is not on emergency backup power when a loss of generator occurs. Vessels relying on electricity to power navigation equipment must have arrangements so the loads can be energized from two sources of electricity. Provide a secondary means to power the marine radar.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 24 February 2017
Resolution: Verfied marine radar and VHF radio are hardwired into the vsl's battery bank.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Instructions
Issued 21 February 2017 Resolved
During fire drill, senior deckhand only simulated securing 2 of 3 ventilation louvers for E/R and did not mention securing fuel shut-off or ventilation. Update fixed extinguishing instructions to identify steps required to be taken and location of items to be secured prior to activating the fixed extinguishing system.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2017
Resolved 15 March 2017
Resolution: Instructions updated and posted.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Retroreflective Material
Issued 21 February 2017 Resolved
Several life jackets had severely worn and/or missing retroreflective material. Ensure all life jackets are appropriately marked wiht Type 1 retroreflective material.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2017
Resolved 15 March 2017
Resolution: Retro refreshed on 84 lifejackets.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 21 February 2017 Resolved
Submit and obtain approval for all modifications to electrical systems and arrangements.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 September 2017
Resolved 14 September 2017
Resolution: Electrical plans submitted to MSC for review.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Ground Detection
Issued 4 February 2016 Resolved
Prove proper operation of switchboard ground detection system.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Ground detection system is operating as designed.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Switchboard
Issued 4 February 2016 Resolved
Prove proper operation of switchboard amp meter.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 March 2016
Resolved 11 March 2016
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory operation of amp meter.
Operations/Management › Navigation Safety › Carriage of Charts and Publications
Issued 4 February 2016 Resolved
Ensure current and up to date navigational charts are on board.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 4 February 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Electronic charts have appropriate battery back up. Vsl had paper charts as a back up.

Casualty record · 4

15 June 2006Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2692987
9 October 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3869242
24 August 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6251584
11 April 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7174493
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.

Recorded names · 1

BECKY THATCHER (2006–2021). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.

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.