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DARAH B

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

DARAH B is a 1969 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 11 inspections since 2016, most recently in February 2026, along with 38 deficiencies.

Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 19 February 2026.

Built
1969
Last inspected
19 February 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections
11
Deficiencies
38 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

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 19 February 2026
Recorded inspections11
…physical examinations10
…with no type recorded1
Deficiencies 38 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 8 calendar years (2016–2026)
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.
522679
IMO number
—
Call sign
WDM7609
MISLE id
46375
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-46375

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)61.4 ft × 16.1 ft × 7.8 ft
Registered tonnagegross 58 / net 39
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderBREAUX'S BAY CRAFT INC · LOREAUVILLE, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1969
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portVENICE, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 2 December 2025 · expires 31 December 2026
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 it58 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
39 - 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

A report is not offered for this hull. Its record holds only 2 of the seven kinds of material a report is built from: inspections, deficiencies, operational controls, tow-unit appearances, casualty records, dimensions and documentation. That is a statement about the record, not about the vessel. What a sparse-record report looks like.

Inspection history · 11

19 February 2026 Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8300001
28 January 2025 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8071146
16 January 2024 Drydock Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7849796
26 January 2023 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7619986
14 December 2021 Drydock Exam · COI Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7368018
5 March 2020 COI Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6916375
7 January 2020 Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6875957
27 February 2018 Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6360196
1 December 2016 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6048684
28 April 2016 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Venice · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5865212
11 January 2016 Examination of Repairs · Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5793650

Deficiency record · 38

09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
Alcohol testing devices must be used according to the procedures specified by the manufacturer of the testing device and by this part. MI found expired alcohol testing devices. 46 CFR 4.06-3(2)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 February 2025
Resolved 20 February 2025
Resolution: New testing devices
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
It is further intended that all machinery be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection against fire, explosion, machinery failure and personnel injury. MI found battery terminals in the engine room corroded. 46 CFR 182.01-5 (Old T)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 February 2025
Resolved 20 February 2025
Resolution: Terminals cleaned
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
Each paddle must be of at least 4 feet in length, lashed to the life float to which it belongs and be buoyant. MI found paddles in both life floats not lashed down. 46 CFR 180.175(f)(2)
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 February 2025
Resolved 20 February 2025
Resolution: Paddles lashed to life float.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 26 January 2023 Resolved
The discharge ends of vent pipes shall be fitted with removable flame screens or flame arresters. The flame screens shall consist of a single screen of corrosion resistant wire of at least 30 x 30 mesh. STBD fuel tank vent did not have proper flame screen. 46 CFR 182.20-35(d) 50c
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 February 2023
Resolved 8 February 2023
Resolution: Received photographs showing all fuel vents have been fitted with flame screens.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 January 2023 Resolved
All cable and wire must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. Wiring run in void compartment below accommodation space was found installed with electrical tape as supports. 46 CFR 183.340(b)(4) 50c
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 February 2023
Resolved 8 February 2023
Resolution: Received photographs showing that cables and wires in void are now properly supported with metal brackets.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 January 2023 Resolved
All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection A chafed wire was found on a light in the rudder room and on a pump in void space. 46 CFR 183.01-15 50c
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 February 2023
Resolved 8 February 2023
Resolution: Received photographs showing chaged wires have been repaired.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkheads - operational damage
Issued 26 January 2023 Resolved
Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without approval of the cognizant OCMI, except during an emergency. Observed one inch hole above starboard side pilothouse window. Submit repair proposal and provide proof or repairs. 46 CFR 176.700(a) 50c
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 February 2023
Resolved 8 February 2023
Resolution: Received photograph showing observed hole has been adequately plugged.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Other (MARPOL Annex I)
Issued 26 January 2023 Resolved
A ship, except a ship of less than 26 feet in length, must have a placard of at least 5 by 8 inches, made of durable material fixed in a conspicuous place in each machinery space, or at the bilge and ballast pump control station, stating the following: "Discharge of Oil Prohibited..." Replace placard in engine room. 33 CFR 155.450(a) 50c
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 February 2023
Resolved 8 February 2023
Resolution: Received photograph showing that a new Oil Discharge Placard has been installed.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 26 January 2023 Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, all vessels must carry adequate and up to-date- (a) Charts; (b) Sailing directions; (c) Coast pilots; (d) Light lists; (e) Notices to mariners; (f) tide tables; (g) Current tables; and (h) All other nautical publications necessary. Vessel has 2022 editions of required publications on board. Provide 2023 editions of tide tables and current tables. Also, make adequate corrections to all other required on board publications or provide 2023 editions. 46 CFR 185.20-35 50c
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 February 2023
Resolved 22 February 2023
Resolution: Received, reviewed, and accepted documentation and photograph of adequate nautical publications provided on board.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
When the flexible section is a nonconductor of electricity, the metallic sections of the filling pipe separated thereby shall be joined by a conductor for the protection against static spark when filling. No bonding strap on aft fuel tank to fill pipe. 46cfr182.20-30(d) 60 C
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 7 February 2022
Resolution: Grounding strap installed, emailed picture provided.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Generators and motors for use in machinery spaces shall generally be designed for an ambient temperature of 50deg Celsius. The Generator data plate did not have required marking to identify ambient air temp rating. 46cfr.10-5 (f) 60 C
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 9 February 2022
Resolution: Vessel derated generator by placing 70 AMP breaker in place of 100 amp.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
The inspection shall be such as to insure that the vessel, as regards the structure, piping, main and auxiliary machinery, electrical installations, lifesaving appliances, fire extinguishing equipment, pollution prevention equipment and other equipment, is in satisfactory condition and fit for the service for which it is intended and that it complies with the regulations in this subchapter. The generator exhaust lagging was found to be deteriorated and an active oil leak on front crank seal was discovered. 46cfr176.05-10 60 C
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 9 February 2022
Resolution: seal on generator was replaced.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Where fire extinguishing systems or equipment are not required, but are installed, the system or equipment and its installation shall meet the requirements of this part. The valve handle was found missing on fire station on aft deck. 46cfr181.05-5 60C
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 7 February 2022
Resolution: Valve handle installed. emailed picture provided.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Each ring life buoy on a vessel must: (1) Be approved in accordance with § 160.050 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant, including, but not limited to, approval series 160.150; The Ring buoy’s test plug was dry rotted and failed; also the manufacturers label was unreadable. 46cfr180.70 (b) 60 C
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 7 February 2022
Resolution: New ring bouy purchased and installed on vessel. emailed picture provided.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification the marine inspector shall examine and test the following items to the extent necessary to determine that they are in proper operating condition and fit for the service for which they are intended. The grease fittings on starboard rudder post were found sheared off. 46cfr176.25-10(a) 50 C
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 9 February 2022
Resolution: new grease fitting placed on rudder post
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. A chafed wire was found in rudder room going to engine room. 46cfr183.01-15 50 C
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 9 February 2022
Resolution: chaffed wire was repaired with electrical tape.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 145 - MARPOL Annex V › Placards
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable design, equipment, personnel, procedures, and record requirements of 33 CFR parts 151, 155, and 156. The vessel had displayed the old Garbage placard. 46cfr184.702 50 C
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 9 February 2022
Resolution: updated placard posted onboard.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Placards containing instructions for the donning and use of the life jackets aboard the vessel must be posted in conspicuous places that are regularly accessible and visible to the crew and passengers. The vessel had two different types of life jackets and there for is required Life jacket donning placard for each type. 46cfr185.516 (a) 50 C
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 9 February 2022
Resolution: Vessel replaced 02 different life jackets, with 02 new lifejackets that are of same type as rest.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
The inspection and maintenance of the equipment listed in paragraph (a) of this section shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. The crew did not have Lifesaving maintenance log. 46cfr185.702 (d)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 23 February 2022
Resolution: Vessel provided documentation of Maintenance log being ordered.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Crew training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. The training entry shall include the following information. Crew training and drills have not been completed or logged.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 24 March 2022
Resolution: Receivd emailed picture (log entry), confirming that the vessel is conductiong training and drills.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for radio personnel
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Position Indicating Radiobeacon (EPIRB) installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Vessel’s master did not have a Radio operators permit. 46cfr184.502 50 C
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 2 May 2022
Resolution: Vessel provided proof of Radion operators permit.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire control plan
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Complete but simple instructions for the operation of the systems must be located in a conspicuous place at or near all pull boxes, stop valve controls. Vessel did not have labels “Close in case of fire” on all vent closures. 46cfr181.20-15 50 C
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 23 February 2022
Resolution: Vessel provided a photo that "close in case of fire" were afixed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Electrical j-box mounted on fwd fuel tank vent with zip ties. 46cfr183.01-15 50 C
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 9 February 2022
Resolution: J-box was repostioned onto bulkhead.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - cracking
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances, including the following:(1) Inspection of all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and weather decks; A hole in deck was found near transom on main deck AND wasted weld on anchor bit in FWD void. 46cfr176.802(a) 50 C
Action required: 40 - Rectify deficiencies prior to next US port after sailing foreign
Resolved 24 March 2022
Resolution: Received email picture of weld repair to transom and FWD void.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
The discharge ends of vent pipes shall be fitted with removable flame screens or flame arresters. The flame screens shall consist of a single screen of corrosion resistant wire of at least 30 x 30 mesh. Fuel tank fuel flame screens were missing on vents. 46cfr182.20-35(d) 10 C
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 3 February 2022
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Water level indicator
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level. The vessel’s high levels bilge alarms did not work. 46cfr182.530 10 C
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 3 February 2022
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 March 2020 Resolved
All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. MI observed dirty generator windings. Windings must be cleaned and identify the source for attending MI. 46CFR182.01-1(B) 60C
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 3 February 2022
Resolution: Windings were found to be in satisfactory condition.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 5 March 2020 Resolved
A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump by § 181.300 must have at least three 9.5 liter (2 1/2 gallon) buckets, with an attached lanyard satisfactory to the cognizant OCMI, placed so as to be easily available during an emergency. The words “FIRE BUCKET” must be stenciled in a contrasting color on each bucket. MI observed that the Fire Buckets were missing. Vsl must supply the correct fire buckets. 46CFR181.610 16c
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 March 2020
Resolved 3 February 2022
Resolution: Vessel had 03 fire buckets onboard.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 5 March 2020 Resolved
The discharge ends of fuel tank vent pipes must be fitted with removable flame screens or flame arresters. The flame screens must consist of a single screen of corrosion resistant wire of at least 30 × 30 mesh. MI observed 02 STBD side fuel tank vents with out flame screens. Vsl must install the correct flame screens. 46CFR182.450 16C
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 March 2020
Resolved 3 February 2022
Resolution: flame screens were installed in presence of MI
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 5 March 2020 Resolved
Gauges to indicate engine cooling water discharge temp, and lubricating oil pressure shall be provided for all propulsion engines and located so as to be view of the operator. MI observed port MDE cooling water temp gauge at the operating station was inop. Vsl must have a operating gauge at the operating station, ready for the attending MI. 46CFR182.20-1(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 19 March 2020
Resolved 3 February 2022
Resolution: New Temp gauge installed at operating station.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 1 December 2016 Resolved
Exhaust lagging on both engines is missing pieces with exposed piping. Replace lagging.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 December 2016
Resolved 16 December 2016
Resolution: Installed new exhaust wrapping over bare areas.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Overcurrent Device
Issued 1 December 2016 Resolved
Positive wires leading from the battery require overcurrent protection. Install fuses in small positive wires leading to auxillary equipment power supplies from main batteries.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 December 2016
Resolved 16 December 2016
Resolution: Installed fuses on positive leads from battery.
Engineering › Sea-water System (primary cooling) › Piping
Issued 1 December 2016 Resolved
Sea water injection hose on stbd exhaust pipe missing 1 hose clamp.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 December 2016
Resolved 1 December 2016
Resolution: Placed double hose clamp on stbd exhaust sea water pipe.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Junction Box
Issued 1 December 2016 Resolved
Junction box for aft deck light is dryrotted and no longer watertight. Repair box.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 December 2016
Resolved 16 December 2016
Resolution: Junction box to aft deck light replaced.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 1 December 2016 Resolved
Wiring throughout the pilothouse and under passenger cabin is not supported by cable ties. Install cable ties and tie wraps to support all wire runs.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 December 2016
Resolved 16 December 2016
Resolution: Bundled wires and supported with metal tie wraps.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Sewage System Valve
Issued 1 December 2016 Resolved
Grey water overboard pipe discharge through-hull fitting is within 6 inches of the water line and has no positive stop discharge valve. Install stop valve next to hull.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 December 2016
Resolved 16 December 2016
Resolution: Grey water overboard discharge line fitted with metal valve at skin of vessel.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 23 February 2016 Resolved
Observed dead end wires throughout pilothouse console and unsercured electronic components (relay). Trace and remove all dead end wires and permanently secure relay to satisfaction of CG Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 March 2016
Resolved 25 February 2016
Resolution: Provided confirmation of 1) removal of dead end wires and 2) permanent securing of relay.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 23 February 2016 Resolved
Found both maine engine battery boxes contain water and one contained a wrench. Generator battery box has corroded connections. Clean/remove corrosion, water, and gear. Provide safe method to keep water from entering battery boxes.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 March 2016
Resolved 26 February 2016
Resolution: Vsl cleaned battery boxes and installed drain holes.

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.