Records from 1996 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 9 April 2026.
Inspection history · 130
9 April 2026
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8343597
7 January 2026
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8291481
12 November 2025
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8267468
2 June 2025
COI Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8150097
17 April 2025
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8113324
12 March 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8092579
17 December 2024
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8048502
24 October 2024
Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8029054
10 September 2024
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8000401
3 June 2024
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7926271
17 May 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7914014
19 April 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7898325
7 March 2024
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7875539
6 February 2024
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7866007
30 January 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7857918
7 December 2023
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7836463
14 September 2023
MTSA Verification · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7791443
12 July 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7740530
5 June 2023
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7703820
30 March 2023
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7659854
13 December 2022
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7616187
6 December 2022
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7605375
6 December 2022
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7618838
16 June 2022
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7470969
14 April 2022
MTSA Verification · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7431574
21 January 2022
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7384795
6 January 2022
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7377820
23 September 2021
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7318977
18 August 2021
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7290726
29 June 2021
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7239598
25 March 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7165050
18 March 2021
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7158628
1 December 2020
Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7104391
19 July 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7013030
1 July 2020
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6992683
29 June 2020
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6990552
23 April 2020
MTSA Verification · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6942879
4 November 2019
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6849121
16 July 2019
In-Service Inspection · MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6751749
31 May 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6699491
17 May 2019
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6686370
21 February 2019
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6685855
31 October 2018
Re-Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6571934
18 September 2018
Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6542853
24 July 2018
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6489516
19 April 2018
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6395516
27 February 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6362603
8 February 2018
MTSA Verification · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6354512
16 November 2017
MTSA Verification · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6308708
30 September 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6333726
9 August 2017
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6235760
31 July 2017
Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6226038
10 July 2017
Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6204508
9 June 2017
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6170668
9 June 2017
In-Service Inspection · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6170881
9 June 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6337321
6 April 2017
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6119762
16 February 2017
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6089621
16 February 2017
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6092687
19 December 2016
Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6065844
26 July 2016
COI Inspection · In-Service Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5953963
22 April 2016
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5862101
14 April 2016
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5854218
28 January 2016
MTSA Verification · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5805904
5 November 2015
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5758368
17 October 2014
Hull Examination · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5007094
5 August 2014
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4945019
15 May 2014
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4862471
11 May 2014
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4856627
1 May 2014
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4848099
24 July 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4389430
4 June 2012
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4334151
4 June 2012
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4335064
10 May 2012
MTSA Verification · Periodic Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4308163
16 February 2012
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4246343
11 August 2011
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4112515
14 February 2011
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3944734
13 December 2010
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3910065
13 October 2010
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3869661
16 February 2010
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3680675
10 July 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3535704
9 January 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3394954
11 December 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3378722
11 December 2008
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3383746
25 November 2008
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3369503
19 September 2008
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3328739
4 September 2008
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3320275
25 September 2007
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3065559
8 May 2007
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Houston/Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2924949
5 October 2006
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2795159
6 October 2005
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2508931
3 August 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2450344
27 April 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2344434
16 December 2004
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2260847
1 December 2004
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2251193
6 October 2004
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2214776
12 August 2004
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2164154
18 February 2004
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2026368
31 January 2004
Security Plan Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2001657
3 October 2003
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1920499
9 October 2002
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1687343
11 June 2002
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1629784
30 November 2001
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1437989
19 October 2001
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1458017
21 August 2001
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1422110
12 June 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 15413
1 May 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 36588
18 April 2001
Administrative
Administrative · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1422111
25 January 2001
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1466745
18 October 2000
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1451627
21 July 2000
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1430894
21 April 2000
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1048975
21 March 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 106971
21 March 2000
Damage Survey
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 816669
25 January 2000
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1434991
21 October 1999
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1413621
12 August 1999
Administrative
Administrative · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 776255
26 July 1999
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1453641
10 July 1999
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1102094
10 July 1999
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1131578
20 January 1999
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1472747
24 November 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 13331
24 November 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 224091
21 October 1998
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1416777
14 August 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1423064
3 February 1998
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1422970
6 November 1997
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1396822
31 October 1997
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · MSO HOUSTON/GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 777226
8 November 1996
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 865997
21 October 1996
Hull Examination · Initial Certification
Physical examination · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1409591
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 10 September 2024
Resolved
The material, design, construction, workmanship, and arrangement of main propulsion machinery and of each auxiliary, directly connected to the engine and supplied as such, must be at least equivalent to the standards established by the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 58.03-1), except as otherwise provided by this subchapter.
The Captain experienced a loss in steering and propulsion controls resulting in the Chief Engineer having to attempt to gain control of the system/vessel. Vessel shall enact permanent repairs to the satisfaction of USCG. Ensure tech report is submitted to MSU Texas City Domestic Inspections E-Mail: [email withheld]
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 20 September 2024
Resolution: Received ABS report attesting to satisfactory sea trials and hull inspection
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 30 January 2024
Resolved
The material, design, construction, workmanship, and arrangement of main propulsion machinery and of each auxiliary, directly connected to the engine and supplied as such, must be at least equivalent to the standards established by the ABS Steel Vessel Rules (incorporated by reference, see 46 CFR 58.03–1), except as otherwise provided by this subchapter.
Vessel reported an oil leak on the B-end Voith propulsion unit. Vessel is permitted a one time transit with assist tug directly to Southwest shipyard Houston for repairs. Repairs are to be completed to the satisfaction of class. Provide class attestation of repairs to USCG in order the clear the deficiency.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 1 March 2024
Resolved 22 February 2024
Resolution: Repairs complete.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Functionality of Safety Systems
Issued 30 March 2023
Resolved
When the potential of the final emergency power source reaches 85 to 95 percent of normal value, the emergency loads under § 112.15-5 must transfer automatically to the final emergency power source and, on a passenger vessel, this transfer must be accomplished in no more than 45 seconds after failure of the normal source of power. Marine Inspector observed the spring-loaded breaker for the emergency circuit did not automatically actuate to the closed position as its intended to. The breaker was manually recharged and then closed after two minutes of the general service breaker being opened.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 30 March 2023
Resolution: Breaker manually recharged and retested satisfactorily.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 7 December 2022
Resolved
The material, design, construction, workmanship, and arrangement of main propulsion machinery and of each auxiliary, directly connected to the engine and supplied as such, must be at least equivalent to the standards established by the ABS Steel Vessel Rules.
On 06 Dec 2022, the #2 main engine experienced a casualty resulting in crankcase venting. Make repairs and conduct sea trials to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 7 January 2023
Resolved 24 March 2023
Resolution: Tech report received, verified proper operation during sea trials.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 June 2022
Resolved
Where fuel tanks are installed below the weather deck, arrangements shall be provided for operating all shutoff valves at the tanks from outside the compartments in which they are located. MI's observed starboard main engine fuel shutoff valve inoperable from the weather deck. Vessel is restricted from movement until permanent repairs are affected to the satisfaction of USCG Marine Inspector.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 30 June 2022
Resolved 17 June 2022
Resolution: Verfied fuel shut off valve was operating properly. All tests were SAT.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Every vessel subject to Part III of Title III of the Communications Act must have a detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-licensed technician. If the ship passes the inspection, the technician will issue a Communications Act Safety Radiotelephony Certificate. Attending USCG Marine Inspectors found the vessel's Safety Radiotelephony Certificate had expired on 08/10/2021.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 August 2021
Resolved 23 August 2021
Resolution: TXDOT provided copy of current issued certificate.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Each vessel must carry a certificate with a valid endorsement while subject to the Bridge-to-Bridge Act. Attending USCG Marine Inspectors found the vessel's Bridge-to-Bridge certificate had expired on 08/10/2021.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 August 2021
Resolved 23 August 2021
Resolution: TXDOT provided copy of current issued certificate.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 18 March 2021
Resolved
All cable for electric power and lighting and associated equipment must be checked for proper insulation resistance to ground and between conductors.
Inspectors found a 110 volt cable in the engine room with insulation worn down. Vessel to replace the cable to the satisfaction of a USCG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 111.60-21
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 4 May 2021
Resolution: Replaced with new.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 18 March 2021
Resolved
The grab line shall be 3/8 inch diameter polyethylene, polypropylene, or other suitable buoyant type synthetic material having a minimum breaking strength of 1,350 pounds.
Inspectors found the grab line on one of the life buoys wasted and the attachment clip corroded. Vessel was able to replace the wasted parts with new to the satisfaction of present Marine Inspectors.
46 CFR 160.050-3(c)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 18 March 2021
Resolution: Correted on the spot.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 18 July 2019
Resolved
Stop valve to the 30 sec time delay bottle failed to prevent CO2 gases from entering the protected space (EDG room) before the 30 sec time requirement. MI witness a small amount entered the protected space. MI considered this amount of gas to be enough gas to incapacitate a person in that space. Vsl operator to replace or prove proper operation of the valve to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 18 August 2019
Resolved 8 August 2019
Resolution: 30 sec delay valve unit replaced and tested satisfactory.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 26 July 2018
Resolved
In general, compliance with the standards established by ABS, see subpart 70.35, Structural standards will be considered satisfactory evidence of the structural efficiency of this vessel. However, in special cases, a detailed analysis of the entire structure or some integral part may be made by the USCG to determine the structural requirements. On both A and B ends of the vessel the overhead transverse beam in Voith compartments have inadequate bolts, that are to short or missing, and are made of inferior grade. Consult with with the ABS or vessel drawings and determine correct installation of the detachable beam.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 9 August 2018
Resolved 31 October 2018
Resolution: Bolts were replaced with Grade "A" GR8 bolts and washers on both A And B ends. All satisfactory.
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Control Stations
Issued 19 April 2018
Resolved
The overhead deck separating the E-Gen room to the pilot house must be of a A-60 SFP. MI noted several pieces of A_60 insulation was missing from the overhead within the E-Gen room. Replace insulation to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector or ABS surveyor.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2018
Resolved 2 November 2018
Resolution: Insulation was installed to bring space into A60 compliance.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Motor
Issued 9 June 2017
Resolved
After vessel grounded severe vibration in the VOITH unit has occured during operation.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 1 August 2017
Resolution: Voith unit was repaired and recieved tech report.
Engineering › Lubricating Oil Storage/Transfer System › Piping
Issued 10 February 2017
Resolved
Modifications were made to existing lube oil piping system (addition of preheaters for both MDEs) without plan approval. Submit plans for approval, and upon receipt of approved plans, make vessel available for inspection to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 August 2017
Resolved 31 October 2018
Resolution: ABS APPROVED piping diagram provided and verified. Uploaded into DOCUMENTS.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Washroom/Toilet › Location
Issued 10 February 2017
Resolved
Modifications were made to existing bathroom arrangement in salon area during previous shipyard period by removing existing male and female bathrooms and installing multiple individual bathrooms w/o plan approval or CG overishgt. Obtain approved plans, and upon receipt of approved plans, make vessel available for inspection to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2017
Resolved 16 February 2017
Resolution: Received copy of MSC Approval Letter H2-1700467, which authorizes plan approval extension based on MSC Approval Letter H2-1604290, for previously approved plans for identical modifications made to an existing vessel. Reviewed approval letter - sat.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 10 February 2017
Resolved
2 existing pilothouse AC units were replaced with larger units and an additional AC unit was installed for the crew lounge without plan approval. Submit plans for approval (to include at a minimum updated load analysis and 1 line diagrams). Upon receipt of approved plans, make vessel available for inspection to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 August 2017
Resolved 2 November 2018
Resolution: TEXDOT provided ABS APPROVED one-line diagram and load analysis.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Power Requirement
Issued 22 April 2016
Resolved
Shaft in the Governer Driver on the # 1 Ship's Service Generator snapped along with a couple of gears.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 23 April 2016
Resolution: tech tested under heavy load for 1.5 1.5 hrs. All sat.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-electric) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 28 January 2016
Resolved
Vessels exhaust piping on B end engine is cracked at the flange. Make necessary repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46CFR 58.10-5(d)
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 February 2016
Resolved 28 July 2016
Resolution: Inspected satisfactory weld repair of cracked flange. All Sat.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion/auxiliary-electric) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 5 August 2014
Resolved
Exhaust riser on #1 MDE has a fractured upper fillet weld at base where flange meets riser. Make permanent repairs to satisfaction of attending USCG Marine Inspector.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 November 2014
Resolved 5 September 2014
Resolution: #1 MDE exhaust riser has been gouged up and rewelded. All Sat
Engineering › Freshwater System (jacketwater cooling) › Sensor
Issued 5 August 2014
Resolved
#1 MDE Jacket water high temp alarm is inoperable. Prove proper operation.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 October 2014
Resolved 18 December 2014
Resolution: Test #1 MDE high temp. alarm test all sat.
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Conductor
Issued 5 August 2014
Resolved
Armored conductor for emergency lighting on "A" end Davit was improperly spliced. Replace conductor and test to the satisfaction of attending USCG Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 August 2014
Resolved 21 August 2014
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (emergency) › Switch
Issued 11 May 2014
Resolved
Sink switch for steering/propulsion was improperly installed and caused it to break.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 May 2014
Resolved 12 May 2014
Resolution: New switch was installed and is fully operational.
Documentation › Safety/Response Plans/Programs › Fire Control Plans
Issued 4 June 2012
Resolved
Need to install IMO Stickers IAW Fire safety plan prior to next quarterly exam.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 August 2012
Resolved 9 August 2012
Resolution: Attended vessel, cleared deficiency.
Documentation › Safety/Response Plans/Programs › Fire Control Plans
Issued 4 June 2012
Resolved
Need to install emergency generator space door by next credit dry dock exam.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 9 August 2012
Resolution: Ensured special note was entered next credit drydock exam, Cleared deficiency.
Documentation › Safety/Response Plans/Programs › Fire Control Plans
Issued 4 June 2012
Resolved
Need to update Fire Safety plan to reflect current location of PFD lockers for A and B ends on upper deck.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 9 August 2012
Resolution: Attended vessel, cleared deficiency.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 14 February 2011
Resolved
Alarms in plant did not function.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 18 February 2011
Resolution: Transformer replaced and alarms were tested.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Speed/Distance Indicator
Issued 13 December 2010
Resolved
Alarm for over speed on "A" generator.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 February 2011
Resolution: Def cleared during renewal.
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 13 December 2010
Resolved
"B" end davit light out. Repair and replace.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 15 December 2010
Resolution: The light was replaced and was found to be in proper operation. All Sat.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (emergency) › Generator
Issued 13 December 2010
Resolved
Demonstrate proper operation of Emergency Generator.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 15 December 2010
Resolution: The Emergency Generator worked properly by coming online when power is lost. This was demonstrated and found to be satisfactory.
Fire Fighting › Nozzles › Condition
Issued 16 February 2010
Resolved
Fire nozzle on main deck, Bolivar end was frozzen shut,
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 March 2010
Resolved 16 February 2010
Resolution: crew replaced nozzle at end of inspection
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Power Source
Issued 16 February 2010
Resolved
#2 fire pump could not be started from either bridge.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2010
Resolved 16 February 2010
Resolution: crew found switch had come apart on both bridges, crew screwed switches back together and tested sat.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Marking
Issued 16 February 2010
Resolved
all life jacket lockers were not labled properly
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2010
Resolved 16 February 2010
Resolution: crew spray painted proper lableing
Lifesaving › Launching Appliances › Davit
Issued 16 February 2010
Resolved
Dead man switch housing is fractured and only held on to davit by one bolt.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2010
Resolved 26 March 2010
Lifesaving › Lifeboat › Propulsion Casing/Protection
Issued 16 February 2010
Resolved
while launch rescue boat, crew did not pay attention and one of the lines was tangled and caused the stern to slam into the side of the vessel causing the prop guard to crush in towards the prop and not allowing the prop to spin.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2010
Resolved 26 March 2010
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Power Source
Issued 16 February 2010
Resolved
fire pump start/power switch green light bulb is not working.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2010
Resolved 26 March 2010
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 4 September 2008
Resolved
Provide Current Certificate of Documentation.
Due 4 September 2008
Resolved 4 September 2008
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Cylinder Head
Issued 4 September 2008
Resolved
Repair or replace pyros for main engines to show proper cylinder temps.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 October 2008
Resolved 7 November 2008
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 4 September 2008
Resolved
Replace batteries in emergency lighting lanterns in engine room.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 September 2008
Resolved 7 November 2008
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Coaming
Issued 25 September 2007
Resolved
Coaming around both forward and aft escape hatches IWO ZOITH unit compartments, were wasted due to rust and corrosion. Repair or replace.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 5 October 2007
Resolution: inspected satisfactory
Fire Fighting › Means of Escape › Doorways
Issued 25 September 2007
Resolved
Fire doors on both forward and aft stairways IWO salon deck, missing door latches/strike plate.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 3 March 2008
Resolution: New latches installed
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator
Issued 5 October 2006
Resolved
Repair/replace #2 SSG, prior to placing the vessel back in service.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 October 2006
Resolved 10 October 2006
Resolution: Repairs completed, tested over speed trip and parallel operation with both SSGs. All Sat.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 6 October 2005
Resolved
Provide proper electrical wiring penetration through electrical controller box for remote lannding ramp controller
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 27 October 2005
Resolved 27 October 2005
Resolution: Verified proper cable installation
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 6 October 2005
Resolved
Properly adjust escape hatch on "A" end.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 27 October 2005
Resolved 27 October 2005
Resolution: Verified hatch was properly adjusted.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Overspeed Device
Issued 6 October 2005
Resolved
Renew inoperable High Jacket water tempurature shut down switch.
Condition: Unknown
Due 27 October 2005
Resolved 27 October 2005
Resolution: New switches installed.
Electrical
Issued 9 October 2002
Resolved
Repair wiring for speaker on main deck 'B' end.
Due 30 October 2002
Resolved 8 October 2003
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive)
Issued 9 October 2002
Resolved
Repair fault in alarm panel for main engines. Panel indicates alarms when alarms are not actually activated. "normal power failure", engine "b" abnormal, "throttle air pressure low".
Due 30 October 2002
Resolved 8 October 2003
Lifesaving › Launching Appliances › Release Mechanism
Issued 9 October 2002
Resolved
Prove proper operation of releasing gear on 'A' & 'B' end rescue boats.
Due 11 October 2002
Resolved 11 October 2002
Construction/Loadline
Issued 19 October 2001
Resolved
PROVIDE AUDIBLE ALARMS FOR BILGE HIGH WATEWR SENSOR SYSTEM PANELS IN A & B PILOT HOUSES.
Condition: Unknown
Due 1 November 2001
Resolved 7 December 2001
Engineering
Issued 19 October 2001
Resolved
MOVE /MODIFY FUEL TANK REMOTE CUT OFF VALVE REACH RODS, ENSURE SYSTEM IS OUT OF TRAFFIC LANES.
Condition: Unknown
Due 30 November 2001
Resolved 7 December 2001
Lifesaving
Issued 19 October 2001
Resolved
CONDUCT SATISFACTORY MAN OVERBOARD DRILL WITH SAME CREW: TAMMY SAMUELS, VERNON CRAWFORD & GUILLERMO MORAN.
Condition: Unknown
Due 1 November 2001
Resolved 7 December 2001
Electrical
Issued 19 October 2001
Resolved
SUPPORT NEW ARMORED ELECTRICAL CABLE IN WAY OF STACK EVERY 2 FT WITH METAL SUPPORTS.
Condition: Unknown
Due 1 November 2001
Resolved 7 December 2001
Navigation
Issued 19 October 2001
Resolved
REPAIR SOUND POWERED PHONE SYSTEM.
Condition: Unknown
Due 1 November 2001
Resolved 7 December 2001
Unknown
Issued 21 August 2001
Resolved
While vessel is in operation a roving watch is to be conducted in all spaces protected by the bilge alarm system.
Condition: Unknown
Due 23 August 2001
Resolved 27 August 2001
Construction/Loadline
Issued 21 August 2001
Resolved
Prove proper operation of the bilge alarm system._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_
Condition: Unknown
Due 23 August 2001
Resolved 27 August 2001
Construction/Loadline
Issued 18 October 2000
Resolved
Free up and prove proper operation of A & B forepeak bilge suction valves.
Condition: Unknown
Due 18 October 2000
Resolved 18 October 2000
Electrical
Issued 18 October 2000
Resolved
Repair Number 2 Ship Service Generator jacket cooling water high temperature alarm and prove proper operation.
Condition: Unknown
Due 18 October 2000
Resolved 18 October 2000
Lifesaving
Issued 18 October 2000
Resolved
Replace hook assembly safety latch for Galveston end rescue boat davit.
Condition: Unknown
Due 3 November 2000
Resolved 8 November 2000
Engineering
Issued 21 March 2000
Resolved
REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKING SEALS TO THE SATISFACTION OF ATTENDING CG MARINE INSPECTOR PRIOR TO OPERATING B-END (STERN) VOITH SCHNEIDER PROPELLER UNIT, CARRYING PASSENGERS, OR NO LATER THAN 21APR00._x001C_
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 March 2000
Resolved 21 March 2000
Navigation
Issued 25 January 2000
Resolved
Prove proper operation or provide repair proposal for A-side echo depth sounder.
Condition: Unknown
Due 25 January 2000
Resolved 25 January 2000
Electrical
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
Mark exterior Emergency Lights on passenger saloon deck.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 25 October 1999
Fire Fighting
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
Free up fire axe from bottom bracket located on "B" end Pilothouse.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 25 October 1999
Engineering
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
Determine cause and repairproblem with SSG "B" blowing fuse that controls Low Lube Oil Pressure and High Temperature shutdowns; demonstrate operation.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 25 October 1999
Fire Fighting
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
Conduct Fire Drill to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector on21 OCT 99.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 25 October 1999
Fire Fighting
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
Remove hydraulic fluid from head tank containment pan in machinery space funnel.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 25 October 1999
Electrical
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
REPAIR INOPERATIVE AFT EMERGENCY LIGHTS IN BOTH PILOT HOUSES.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 25 October 1999
Fire Fighting
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
Work / free up Engine Room vent closures and devices (wing nuts) on starboard side main deck._x001C_ _x001C_ _x001C_
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 25 October 1999
Fire Fighting
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
Install relief valves on Main and Emergency Fire Pumps.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 21 October 1999
Fire Fighting
Issued 21 October 1999
Resolved
Remove stores from Emergency Generator compartment.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1999
Resolved 25 October 1999
Electrical
Issued 20 January 1999
Resolved
MAKE APPROVED REPAIRS TO THE A SIDE LOW ROTOR OIL PRESSURE ALARM AND THEB SIDE VSP LOW LUBE OIL PRESSURE ALARM SENSORS. AS PER 46 CFR 77.05
Condition: Unknown
Due 20 January 1999
Resolved 20 January 1999
Unknown
Issued 21 October 1996
Resolved
CONDUCT FIRE AND BOAT DRILLS IN THE PRESENT OF A COAST GUARD MARINE INSPECTOR PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS AND OR COMPLIANCE DATE.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 October 1996
Resolved 21 October 1996