ESCAMBIA

Towing Vessel · Built 1990s · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE)

Built: 1998
Last inspected: 12 March 2026
Documentation: Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
Inspections: 30
Deficiencies: 6 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls: None recorded without a removal date
Inspected with: 14 other vessels

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 Towing Vessel class in Maury's sources begin in 1980.

Inspection record

Last inspected 12 March 2026

Recorded inspections30

…physical examinations7

…administrative events9

…with no type recorded14

Deficiencies 6 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution

Operational controls None recorded without a removal date

Years with a record 15 calendar years (1998–2026)

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

1063675

9190951

WDE7575

471066

Flag

UNITED STATES

Maury page id

psix-471066

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)86.7 ft × 50.0 ft × 10.8 ft

Registered tonnagegross 189 / net 128

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)86.7 ft × 50.0 ft × 10.8 ft

ITC tonnagegross 317 / net 95

BuilderHALTER MARINE COMPANY · LOCKPORT, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1998

Hull materialSteel

PropulsionDiesel Direct

Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED

Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED

Hailing portPORT EVERGLADES, FL

Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un, reg

DocumentationValid · issued 13 August 2025 · expires 30 September 2026

Service, as the file records itTowing Vessel

Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)

Tonnage as PSIX records it189 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
317 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
128 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
95 - Convention (Subpart B), 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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Every recorded inspection, 1972 to 2026, 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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Inspected as a tow unit · 14

The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear here: these lists are a floor, not a complete manifest.

Inspection history · 30

12 March 2026 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8316619

11 March 2026 Internal Structural Exam · Vessel Attendance · Drydock Exam

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8324733

3 June 2025 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8151229

3 June 2025 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8172112

8 January 2025 COI Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Miami · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8059936

1 November 2024 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8028374

19 April 2023 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · USCG Southeast District (dp) · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7671817

28 March 2023 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Canaveral · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7667339

30 January 2023 Drydock Extension

Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Canaveral · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7629140

13 August 2021 Deficiency Check · Damage Survey

Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7285600

9 August 2021 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7281964

24 February 2021 Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7145382

24 November 2020 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7101689

8 April 2020 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6936899

8 April 2020 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6937848

19 January 2020 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6896973

7 November 2018 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6576165

14 June 2014 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4888984

7 April 2014 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4840511

28 May 2013 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4603421

26 May 2013 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4602119

26 May 2013 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4606661

18 August 2011 MARPOL · Deficiency Check · Industry Initiated Exam

Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4120796

13 June 2011 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4060315

14 April 2011 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3990652

4 April 2009 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3447275

12 December 2008 Administration

Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3380625

10 November 2002 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO TAMPA · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1764530

15 April 1999 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 427767

4 June 1998 Type not recorded

No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 417001

Deficiency record · 6

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine

Issued 3 June 2025 Resolved

Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons on board under normal and emergency conditions. Marine Inspector received notification that ESCAMBIA had a loss of propulsion. Vessel is required to provide a Technician Report stating satisfactory repairs has been completed and the vessel is fully operation prior to vessel movement. Vessel is not authorized movement until Marine Inspector verifies satisfactory repairs have been completed. 46 CFR 143.205(a)

Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 3 June 2025
Resolved 6 June 2025
Resolution: Accepted technician's report attesting to satisfactory operation of main propulsion.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition

Issued 8 January 2025 Resolved

The water light must be attached by the lanyard with a corrosion-resistant clip to allow the water light to be quickly disconnected from the lifebuoy. 46CFR 141.360 (c)(3) Lifering float light is extinguished and line is frayed without corrosion resistant snap hook.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 February 2025
Resolved 14 February 2025
Resolution: Light and snap hook replaced, all sat.

04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches

Issued 8 January 2025 Resolved

Emergency lighting must be provided for all internal crew working and living areas. E-lighting in wheelhouse is inoperable.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 February 2025
Resolved 14 February 2025
Resolution: E-lighting replaced, all sat.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery

Issued 8 January 2025 Resolved

The owner, managing operator, or master of a towing vessel must ensure that the vessel's lifesaving and fire suppression and detection equipment complies with the applicable requirements of parts 141 and 142 of this subchapter and is in good working order. 46 CFR 140.650 Fire monitor packing is leaking on base and Z-Drive cooling pipe. Piping is base of fire pump are severly rusted requiring replacement.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 February 2025
Resolved 24 March 2025
Resolution: Received photo evidence of replaced fire monitor packing and z-drive cooling pipe.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine

Issued 1 November 2024 Resolved

Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must be maintained to ensure proper operation. Vessel reported to have a sheen emit from the stern while underway. Upon further investigation head tank for Z-Drive shows a loss of oil. Provide TPO finding number and technical report from ABS attesting to proper operation of the vessel. 46 CFR 143.205(c)(1)

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 5 November 2024
Resolution: Vessel submitted ABS preliminary report attesting to the Z-drive function.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine

Issued 13 August 2021 Resolved

Propulsion, machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems must be maintained to ensure proper operation. The vessel operator reported a loss of propulsion to the starboard forward z-drive and is currently conducting repairs to the z-drive kort nozzle and transmission at GMR dry dock facility, Tampa, FL. Provide TPO report attesting to proper system operation for CG review and approval prior to departure from port or cargo operations.

Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 13 September 2021
Resolved 1 October 2021
Resolution: A complete overhaul of Z-drive was completed by Southern Thruster LLC (authorized manufacturer technician). Upon completion of the overhaul a sea trial was conducted. The attending surveyor deemed the repairs to be satisfactory.

Ownership record

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