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HIGH COTTON

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1990s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H)

HIGH COTTON is a 1996 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 25 inspections since 2016, most recently in March 2026, along with 40 deficiencies and 1 operational control.

Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 6 March 2026.

Built
1996
Last inspected
6 March 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections
25
Deficiencies
40 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

Identity

US Official No.
1046461
IMO number
—
Call sign
WDJ8756
MISLE id
446315
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-446315

Inspections, by type

…physical examinations19
…administrative events4
…with no type recorded2
Years with a record 11 calendar years (2016–2026)
The 25 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

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.

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)55.0 ft × 17.7 ft × 7.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 45 / net 36
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGILLMAN MARINE INC · PANAMA CITY, FL, UNITED STATES · built 1996
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portORANGE BEACH, AL
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Fishery
DocumentationValid · issued 26 May 2026 · expires 31 May 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 it45 - Simplified, Gross Ton
36 - Simplified, Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 August 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.

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Inspection history · 25

6 March 2026 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8321112
17 June 2025 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC DOLPHIN (WPB 87354) · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8166349
6 May 2025 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8129816
11 February 2025 Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8078081
16 May 2024 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC STINGRAY (WPB 87305) · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7916731
2 April 2024 COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7888993
4 December 2023 Administrative Inspection · Inclining Experiment
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7833250
7 November 2023 Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7822267
25 May 2023 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7636542
25 April 2023 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7634796
18 January 2023 Administrative Inspection · Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7632791
17 October 2022 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7578903
3 January 2022 In-Service Inspection · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7374926
28 June 2021 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7238633
27 October 2020 Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7085210
24 January 2020 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6895425
17 September 2019 Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6814252
9 April 2019 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6658768
6 March 2019 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6637321
30 November 2018 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6589916
13 December 2017 Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6323897
26 January 2017 COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6078024
9 January 2017 Hull Examination · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6068071
14 April 2016 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5854470
11 January 2016 DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5795400

Deficiency record · 40

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 May 2025 Resolved
Vessels ring life buoy is worn beyond serviceable condition. Replace life ring. 46 CFR 180.70
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 June 2025
Resolved 4 June 2025
Resolution: Received documentary evidence of new life ring installed on vessel
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 2 April 2024 Resolved
Stability information (stability details indicated on the Certificate of Inspection, a stability letter, or a stability booklet), is required on certain vessels by paragraphs (b), (c), or (d) of this section. Enough stability information, including stability calculations and assumptions made to use them, must be provided to allow the master to be able to determine operating guidelines, loading restrictions, and ensure compliance with the applicable intact and damage stability regulations of this chapter. Owner/Operator does not have lead ingot ballast as per stability letter installed on vessel.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 6 June 2024
Resolved 2 June 2024
Resolution: Lead ingots installed per the stability letter.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 25 May 2023 Resolved
The HIGH COTTON underwent an engine change in 2021 that resulted in an 1100 pound weight recution. The HIGH COTTON may operate with the reduced passenger count as stated on the current COI until 01 October 2023. The vessel must have new stability information captured by incline experiment or simplified stability test no later than 01 October 2023. If stability test results are not received and processed prior to this date, the vessel will be prohibited from operating.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 October 2023
Resolved 30 May 2024
Resolution: Vessel recieved updated stabilty leter.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 3 January 2022 Resolved
Found 02 junction boxes in the engine room without wires properly secured within and without covers. 46 CFR 183.05-50 (OLD T)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 March 2022
Resolved 25 May 2022
Resolution: Reconnected all 12 volt lights to eliminate the junction boxes.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 3 January 2022 Resolved
Identified 02 light fixtures in the engine room that were not properly secured. 46 CFR 183.01-15
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 March 2022
Resolved 25 May 2022
Resolution: Received photos, see docs.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Stability/strength/loading information and instruments
Issued 3 January 2022 Resolved
Vessel must have a stability test conducted before 01 JAN 2023.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 January 2023
Resolved 2 June 2024
Resolution: Stability letter received from MSC, lead ingots installed and verified.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for radio personnel
Issued 3 February 2020 Resolved
Vessel must have crew member on board with valid FCC marine radio operators permit. Provide valid FCC permit
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 9 March 2020
Resolution: Vessel provided FCC marine radio operator permit.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 3 February 2020 Resolved
Vessel must have up-to-date charts of operational area. Provide updated charts.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 12 February 2020
Resolution: Provided proof of order.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 3 February 2020 Resolved
Vessel captain shall log detailed drills, which shall note the specifics of what occurred and who attended.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 3 February 2020
Resolution: Captain will log further drills with required details.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 3 February 2020 Resolved
Crew shall be familiar with posted emergency procedures.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 3 February 2020
Resolution: Discussed emergency procedures and appropriate actions to be taken with captain and crew.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 14 March 2019 Resolved
Battery missing from life float datum.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 March 2019
Resolved 18 March 2019
Resolution: Vessel representative provided photo of corrected deficiency.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 14 March 2019 Resolved
VHF Radio MMSI number not programmed.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 March 2019
Resolved 5 April 2019
Resolution: Vessel representative provided photo of corrected deficiency.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 20 February 2019 Resolved
FCC license is expired. Must be renewed.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 1 March 2019
Resolved 21 February 2019
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 6 February 2019 Resolved
Cutlass bearing was worn passed 50% wear allowance and must be replaced.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 1 March 2019
Resolved 21 February 2019
Communications › Radio Communications › EPIRB
Issued 6 February 2018 Resolved
Battery on EPIRB is expired; vessel is restricted to operations no more than 3NMs from shore until battery is renewed.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2018
Resolved 16 February 2018
Resolution: Renewed EPIRB battery.
Communications › Radio Communications › VHF Radiotelephone
Issued 6 February 2018 Resolved
FCC station license is not up-to-date. Proof of payment to renew license was provided, but new license has yet to be received by the owner.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 February 2018
Resolved 9 April 2019
Resolution: Received email verifying corrected deficiency.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Interface Detector
Issued 6 February 2018 Resolved
No visual means to indicate bilge pump operation in fwb space.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 February 2018
Resolved 16 February 2018
Resolution: Proper electrical connection made to indication light; light operates to indicate bilge pump operation in the fwd space.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 6 February 2018 Resolved
No ammeter installed in battery charging circuit; install ammeter.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 February 2018
Resolved 16 February 2018
Resolution: Ammeter installed in battery charging circuit.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable
Issued 13 February 2017 Resolved
Grab line for life float is corroded.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 March 2017
Resolved 16 February 2017
Resolution: Replaced with new.
Fire Fighting › Remote Fuel Shutoff › General
Issued 13 February 2017 Resolved
Fuel shutoff defective.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 February 2017
Resolved 16 February 2017
Resolution: Proved proper operation.
Operations/Management › Equipment Service/Testing › EPIRB
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
EPIRB case missing cover. Replace/renew cover. IAW 46 CFR 180.64.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 February 2016
Resolved 1 March 2016
Resolution: EPIRB case was found, with EPIRB being properly installed.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Equipment
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Alcohol Strips are expired. Replace with new ones. IAW 46 CFR 4.06-15
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 February 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: New alcohol testing strips were obtained.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Excessive water seeping through port rudder post. Repack or tighten to eliminate water intrusion. IAW 46 CFR 182.610
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 February 2016
Resolved 1 March 2016
Resolution: Rudder post packing was tightened; no apparent water seepage could be detected during underway evalutions.
Lifesaving › Hand Flares › Quantity
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Vessel only has 4 red hand flares, and 4 orange smoke on board. Add 2 additional red hand flares and 2 additional orange smoke or equivalent. IAW 46 CFR 180.68
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 February 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: A sufficient number of flares were obtained.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Coaming
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
1 1/2" - 2" hole in coaming in engine room. Seal to make compartment watertight. IAW 46 CFR 179.360
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 February 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: The hole was fiberglassed over.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › EAP Display Requirements
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
No EAP information onboard. Provide required information. IAW 46 CFR 16.401
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: EAP information was obtained.
Fire Fighting › Miscellaneous Items › Waste Receptacles
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Plastic waste receptacles onboard. Remove or replace with non-combustible. IAW 46 CFR 177.405
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Plastic waste receptacles were removed.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Fire Detection System › Smoke Detectors
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Smoke detectors are not correct approved type. Replace with approved detectors. IAW 46 CFR 181.450
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Approved type smoke detectors were obtained and installed.
Fire Fighting › Means of Escape › Escape Route Signs
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Exterior or emergency hatch was not labeled. Label appropriately. IAW 46 CFR 185.606
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Exterior of hatch was labeled.
Documentation › Manifests/Lists › Muster List/Emergency Instructions
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
No emergency instructions at operating station. Provide copy at operating station. IAW 46 CFR 185.510
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: A copy of emergency instructions was available at the operating station.
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Stern light had space around enclosure. Make watertight. IAW 46 CFR 183.420
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Light cover was re-installed, with no open space.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Properly secure cables/wires in engine room IAW 46 CFR 183.340.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Cables/wires appeared to be properly secured/supported.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Several dead ended wires found in engine room (fwd by batteries and in corners). Properly cap and enclose all dead end wires IAW 46 CFR 183.200.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 1 March 2016
Resolution: All previously noted dead ended wires were removed.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Wires in lazarette zip tied in place. Properly secure IAW 46 CFR 183.340.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Wires appeared to be properly supported, with metal banded hangers.
Engineering › Pressure Vessel › Relief Valve
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Hot water tank relief valve label is missing. Provide new tag to show rated pressure. IAW 46 CFR 182.320
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Relief valve was replaced with one set at 75 PSI.
Engineering › Lubricating Oil Storage/Transfer System › Hose
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Oil lines on both engines were chaffed through jacketing. Replace with new lines and take preventative measures to protect oil lines. IAW 46 CFR 182.220
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 April 2016
Resolved 14 April 2016
Resolution: New oil lines were installed.
Fire Fighting › Structural Fire Protection - General › Accommodation Space Protection
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Insulation over engines was missing in spots. Replace insulation. IAW 46 CFR 177.410
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Insulation was replaced or reattached.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Dead ended wires and loose wires found under console. Properly cap and enclose. IAW 46 CFR 183.200
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Wires appeared to be either removed or properly addressed.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Vessel had copy of COD on board. Place original on board. IAW 46 CFR 67.7
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Original COD was onboard.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Marine Charts
Issued 22 February 2016 Resolved
Charts on board were outdated. Provide new charts or update current ones. IAW 46 CFR 184.420
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: New charts were obtained.

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.