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WALLA WALLA
WALLA WALLA is a 1973 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 103 inspections since 2016, most recently in April 2026, along with 62 deficiencies — 4 with no resolution recorded — and 35 casualty investigations between 2002 and 2026.
Records from 2002 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 12 April 2026.
- Built
- 1973
- Last inspected
- 12 April 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Inspections
- 103
- Deficiencies
- 62 recorded · 4 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 35 investigations · 2002–2026
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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
12 April 2026
…with no type recorded10
Deficiencies
62 recorded · 4
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 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
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Identity
546382
7233151
WYX2158
47442
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-47442
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)429.5 ft × 86.8 ft × 14.8 ft
Registered tonnagegross 3,246 / net 1,198
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderTODD SHIPYARDS CORP. · SEATTLE WA, UNITED STATES · built 1973
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Electric
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSEATTLE, WA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 9 October 2025 · expires 30 November 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 it3246 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
1198 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
1198 - 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.
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103 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 62 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each; 35 casualty investigations, with date and classification; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port, endorsements, dates. The counts in the summary above are the same counts, and they are free.
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Every recorded inspection, 2016 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.
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Inspection history · 103
12 April 2026
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8346461
20 March 2026
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8329405
5 March 2026
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8320196
4 March 2026
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8377210
26 February 2026
Deficiency Check · Vessel Attendance · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8303031
14 January 2026
Vessel Attendance · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8302001
2 January 2026
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8289115
1 January 2026
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8331965
12 December 2025
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8282586
20 November 2025
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8276464
19 November 2025
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8278211
15 November 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8269099
25 August 2025
Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8218768
13 August 2025
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8209003
7 July 2025
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8178401
7 July 2025
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8209443
23 May 2025
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8162332
22 May 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8141944
6 February 2025
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8067378
9 December 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8045410
13 September 2024
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8002178
4 August 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7974451
17 July 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7960828
16 July 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7959691
13 July 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7959042
12 June 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7933374
30 May 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7923716
28 May 2024
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7936923
8 February 2024
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7857615
17 January 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7850715
17 January 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7878542
1 December 2023
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7832526
3 October 2023
Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7802967
15 September 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7792496
15 September 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7826617
16 April 2023
Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7669405
15 April 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7669720
15 February 2023
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7637837
29 December 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7614342
7 November 2022
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7590996
13 September 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7558170
5 September 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7551910
2 September 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7549769
23 August 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7541946
19 August 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7538219
26 July 2022
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7517266
22 July 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7513815
12 June 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7475371
6 June 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7470520
27 April 2022
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7439547
25 February 2022
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7402223
18 February 2022
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7398657
18 January 2022
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7381969
18 November 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7353729
11 November 2021
In-Service Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7349939
20 September 2021
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7316817
2 August 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7275629
20 July 2021
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7262582
17 July 2021
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7258700
21 June 2021
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7231605
19 May 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7202768
26 April 2021
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7183418
13 January 2021
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7123898
20 October 2020
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7077353
15 October 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7078241
5 August 2020
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7129994
1 January 2020
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6874776
16 December 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6875785
9 December 2019
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6870708
27 August 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6796113
21 August 2019
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6790370
19 August 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6788358
17 June 2019
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6716533
2 June 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6702818
12 March 2019
COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6637493
7 January 2019
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6637651
9 December 2018
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6596826
5 November 2018
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6585099
26 October 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6573665
26 June 2018
Security Breach
Type not classified · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6456611
24 April 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6398790
19 January 2018
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6340638
12 December 2017
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6324080
8 December 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6322953
19 October 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6291916
1 September 2017
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6257210
19 August 2017
Administrative Inspection · Security Breach, Potential
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6348015
31 May 2017
MTSA Verification · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6166407
30 May 2017
Administrative Inspection · Security Breach, Potential
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6169379
15 May 2017
Security Breach, Potential · Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6168832
2 May 2017
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6137990
1 May 2017
Security Breach, Erroneous or Unverifiable · Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6168321
30 January 2017
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6079410
28 November 2016
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6048658
16 November 2016
In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6042919
13 September 2016
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6000131
18 August 2016
Re-Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5975743
19 July 2016
In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5952659
8 June 2016
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5908730
2 June 2016
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5895690
21 May 2016
Periodic Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5886699
22 March 2016
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5838079
12 January 2016
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5796209
Deficiency record · 62
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 12 April 2026
Resolved
Each self-propelled vessel, except as provided in paragragh (d) of this section, must have an electric or mechanical engine order telegraph system from the navigating bridge to the engine room. Vessel's engine order telegraph from the #1 pilothouse to the engine room has an inoperable lever in the engine room that does not accurately display commands. Vessel is to repair the engine order telegraph communication from the #1 pilothouse to the engine room.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 20 March 2026
Resolved
Vessel reported 1 main eng drive controller tripped offline, still within redundancy. diagnosed to a loose ribbon cable. Vessel issued 835 for 14-days. MI to clear when available.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 5 March 2026
Resolved
In general, compliance with the standards established by the American Bureau of Shipping, see subpart 70.35 of this subchapter, will be considered satisfactory evidence of the structural efficiency of the vessel. Vessel reported structural damage to vessel while making hard contact with pier. Provide permanent repair proposal.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 5 March 2026
Resolved
A survey, either general or partial, according to the circumstances, shall be made every time an accident occurs or a defect is discovered which affects the safety of the vessel.
Vessel reported #1 ship's service diesel generator's ammeter showing significant spikes while carrying load. Vessel to troubleshoot, submit root cause analysis and proof of repair to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 71.40-1
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 5 March 2026
No resolution recorded
No repairs or alterations affecting the safety of the vessel, with regard to the machinery, shall be made without knowledge of the OCMI. Vessel reported structural damage to vessel while making hard contact with pier. Schedule MI attendance to witness repairs.
46 CFR 71.55-1
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 28 February 2026
Resolved
46 CFR 61.05-10(c): Boilers must be subjected to a hydrostatic test of 1.25 times the maximum allowable working pressure.
#2 boiler unable to hold 1.25 x mawp for credit hydrostatic test. Boiler shall not be energized until a USCG Marine Inspector witnesses and approves credit hydrostatic testing.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 28 February 2026
No resolution recorded
The manual sprinkler system shall be so designed and arranged so that the overhead is effectively sprayed and all portions of the deck are covered.
Sprinkler test failed with 15 heads over 3 zones. Vessel to stay on reduced sprinkler testing intervals. Provide advance notification to CG prior to testing for potential Marine Inspector attendance.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 28 February 2026
No resolution recorded
Doors in "A" class bulkheads shall meet the following requirements: door frames shall provide at least a 1/2 inch door stop at all sides and on top.
The door leading to the compactor room ("galley stores" on FCP) is to be an A-class door per the FCP, but there is a gap on the top of the door between the door leaf and door frame. To be addressed at next credit dry dock.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 28 February 2026
No resolution recorded
Bulkheads of "A" class shall be constructed to be capable of preventing the passage of flame and smoke for one hour.
The bulkhead between the 2nd Mate's office and cleaning gear locker is rated as an A-class bulkhead per the FCP, but there are two multi-cable penetrations in the bulkhead that are not properly sealed. There is also a single cable penetration above the cleaning gear locker door leading into the passenger accommodation that also needs to be sealed. To be addressed at next credit dry dock.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 2 January 2026
Resolved
All marine engineering details…. Shall be designed, constructed, and installed in accordance with the provisions of subchapter F (Marine Engineering) of this chapter…..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 Marine Vessel Rules.
Vessel experienced a high vibration on the #1 end. Upon investigation, it was found that the propeller was missing a blade. Vessel to submit repair proposal to local [name withheld] must be corrected to the satisfaction of the marine inspector before the vessel is considered in compliance.
46 CFR 70.20-1
46 CFR 58.05-1
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 12 December 2025
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 Marine Vessel Rules.
Vessel experienced an automatic shutdown of the #3 main engine. Vessel to continue troubleshooting and provide root cause analysis. Vessel to repair maine engine to the satisfactory of marine inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rescue boats
Issued 16 November 2025
Resolved
Before the vessel leaves port and at all times during the voyage, each lifesaving appliance must be in working order and ready for immediate use.
While conducting boat checks on the #2 Rescue Boat, the fuel system became over pressurized causing the filter assembly to rupture. Vessel intends to switch the rescue boat on the Bremerton side. Vessel authorized to operate at 50% capacity until rescue boat is replaced. Master to submit statement of satisfactory service of the replacement boat and submit to Sec Puget Sound duty marine inspector prior to operation at 100%.
46 CFR 199.190
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 13 August 2025
Resolved
#2 Shaft Ally Class 3 Water Tight Door (WTD) is malfunctioning (chattering when operated in the closing direction) and takes longer to close than allowed by ASTM F1197. WTD requires service. Reliability of this WTD is questionable, until door is serviced and operating properly it shall remain closed unless crew are passing through. Should this door fail the OCMI shall be notified directly.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 August 2025
Resolved
Ring Lifebuoy adjacent the pilot house, #1 end, mounted outboard of railing starboard side, is not available for rapid deployment due to bracket damage. Repair bracket so buoy can be removed. 46 CFR 70(a)(1)(i)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
Sprinkler heads shall be so arranged that no portion of the overhead is more than 7 feet from a sprinkler head. 15 sprinkler heads found inoperable or insufficient water flow.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 6 February 2025
Resolved
Doors in "A" class bulkheads shall be of rigid construction, and shall provide at least a 1/2 inch door stop at the sides and top. Fire Screen Door #4 door stop found to be unbolted/missing.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 17 July 2024
Resolved
All marine engineering details, such as boilers, pressure vessels, main and auxiliary machinery, piping, valves, and fittings, shall be designed, constructed, and installed in accordance with the provisions of this sub-chapter. The #4 prop generator inoperable due to ground fault in engine control system.
46CFR 50.01-10(b)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
All doors, except those that are kept normally closed, shall be of a type which are capable of release from the control station and from a position at the door. The release mechanism shall be so designed that the door will automatically close in the event of disruption to the control system; however, approved power operated watertight doors will be considered acceptable for this purpose. Hold back hooks, or other means of permanently holding the door open, not subject to control station release, will not be permitted. Vessels Fire Screen Door Mechanical release system not operational. Doors were witnessed to be held open using trash cans.
46CFR72.05-25(b)(9)(ii)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 17 January 2024
Resolved
Each passenger vessel of 500 tons gross tonnage
and over must carry on each side of the vessel at
least one rescue boat approved under approval
series 160.156 that is equipped as specified in table
199.175 of this part.
Vessel reported 1 of 2 rescue boat davits inoperable;
Operations limited to half capacity until rectified.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 15 September 2023
Resolved
A survey shall be made every time an accident or a defect is discovered which affects the safety of the vessel or the efficacy of its equipment. VSL reported extreme vibration on the #1 end during service and suspect a propeller blade sheared off. Notify CG of findings from the divers and repair plans if necessary.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 16 April 2023
Resolved
Vessel experienced loss of propulsion due to failure of Vital to SSDG bus tie breaker to open and low frequency issue on the #1 SSDG. Operating generators must provide a continuous and uninterrupted source of power for the ship's service loads under normal operational conditions. Vessel is to make permanent repairs, prove proper operation of the electrical plant in all conditions, and provide root cause analysis. Additionally, WSF is to provide maintenance records for bus tie breaker, generator governor, and fuel system for CG review.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 16 April 2023
Resolved
Failure of main propulsion and subsequent inability to restore plant operations was due to motor exciters on three of the six exciters to be reset. Make permanent repairs to main propulsion system and prove proper operation of main propulsion system during sea trail in all modes to the attending Marine Inspector. Additionally, WSF is to provide maintenance records for exciter cabinets to the CG for review.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 16 April 2023
Resolved
A survey according to the circumstances shall be made every time an accident occurs that affects the safety of the vessel. The survey shall ensure that necessary repairs have been made and the vessel complies with all regulations under which it is inspected. Vessel is to complete underwater survey detailing any damage that occurred as a result of the grounding. This is to include renewal and proper installation of all primary lifesaving systems onboard the vessel IAW the Certificate of Inspection.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 16 April 2023
Resolved
A survey according to the circumstances shall be made every time an accident occurs that affects the safety of the vessel. The survey shall ensure that necessary repairs have been made and the vessel complies with all regulations under which it is inspected. Provide samples of fuel from day tanks and contaminants for testing at acceptable laboratory and provide results to the CG.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 16 April 2023
Resolved
Vital systems that are automatically controlled or remotely controlled must be provided with instrumentation to monitor parameters necassary for the safe and effective operation of the system. Vessel is to install fuel oil pressure gauges for the generator set prime movers in the EOS.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 16 April 2023
Resolved
All automatically or remotely controlled or monitored vital systems must be subjected to test and inspections to evaluate the operation and reliability of control systems. Revise PSTP to include provision for testing of the ssdg to vital bus tie breaker.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 7 November 2022
Resolved
All passenger vessels shall have efficient guard rails or bulwarks on decks and bridges. Vessel has section of course that is zip-tied and not securely fastened to rails in way of No. 2 end port side, top deck.
46CFR72.40-5
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 7 November 2022
Resolved
Electric installations on vessels must ensure protection of passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards. Water tight door #118 at frame 42 had an exposed junction box with no cover plate.
46CFR111.01-1
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rescue boats
Issued 22 July 2022
Resolved
#2 Rescue boat davit leaking hydraulic fluid. Vessel to operate at half capacity until rectified.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 12 June 2022
Resolved
Repair and prove proper operation of sliding watertight door between engine room and drive motor room. Vessel reported WTD only operable from local control and does not provide indication of position on bridge.
Vessel permitted to operate with door in closed position and radio comms to alert bridge of postion change during opening for personnel transit.
46 CFR 170.270 (e)
46 CFR
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 6 June 2022
Resolved
The watertight door indicator repeater panel that is on the #2 end pilot house is INOP and not showing the status of the water tight doors.46CFR170.270(e)
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Functionality of Safety Systems
Issued 18 February 2022
Resolved
All automation must be suitable for the marine
environment and design and operated indefinitely with
due consideration for static discharges and
electromagnetic interferences. The use of shipboard
radios near the AMS HMI resulted in the HMIs black-out.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Engineers' alarm
Issued 18 February 2022
Resolved
Alarms must audibly annunciate until acknowledge. Alarms
associated with the slave HMI failures do not audibly
annunciate.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Unattended Machinery Spaces (UMS) Evidence
Issued 18 February 2022
Resolved
Submit plans detailing modifications made to the alarm
and monitoring system and the revised DVTP to the CG
Marine Safety Center for approval.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 18 February 2022
Resolved
Repair the modified deck cable penetration on the right
side of the control console.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 20 September 2021
Resolved
UPS monitoring system unable to operate a maximum voltage. System approved for temporary operation with hard line bypass, must discover root cause analysis and rectify to bring UPS monitoring system back to full operation.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 20 September 2021
Resolved
Drive Motor 2B had unexpected excitation, vessel must rectify issue and ensure Drive Motor 2B is fully operational.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 20 July 2021
Resolved
Accumulation of oil in the 'V' of the four main engines create a fire hazard. Until the root cause of the oil accumulation can be identified and corrected, each main engine shall be cleaned oil free every night. Exhaust lagging shall be properly affixed to each engine prior to carrying passengers. [name withheld]. to inspect 'V' of all main engines and log findings prior to sailing each day until resolved.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 20 July 2021
Resolved
The exhaust discharge on both Cummins generators are not lagged. Provide lagging for unjacketed exhaust piping over 150 degreees F.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 13 January 2021
Resolved
Vessel is required to have test procedure documents to demonstrate proper operation of the primary and alternate controls, alarms, power sources, etc in a step-by-step or checkoff list format. PSTPs do not reflect tests as performed and have crew conducting potentially unsafe procedures (AGT-4, AGT-10, EGT-3, SST-1). Revise/submit to USCG for approval.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 13 January 2021
Resolved
Boilers are required to be inspected as in 46 CFR Table 61.05-10. Boilers #1&2 have not completed due waterside & hydro inspections; boiler #1 safety valve was not tested sat.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 20 October 2020
Resolved
Sufficient illumination must be provided by the emergency lighting source under emergency conditions to effect damage control procedures and to provide for safe egress from each space. Three emergency lights were out (two in main tunnel, one in starboard upper car deck).
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 20 October 2020
Resolved
Each firehose on each hydrant must have a combination solid stream and water spray firehose nozzle that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 162.027. The nozzle being tested during a fire drill had a loose gasket, preventing transition from solid stream to water spray.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 1 January 2020
Resolved
All doors, except those that are kept normally closed, shall be of a type which are capable of release from the control station and from a position at the door. The release mechanism shall be so designed that the door will automatically close in the event of disruption to the control system.
FSD #14 did not close fully upon activation.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 1 January 2020
Resolved
Each fire hydrant must at the least one length of fire hose, a spanner, and a hose rack or other device for stowing the hose.
Fire hose at Fire Station #7 ruptured during operational checks.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 1 January 2020
Resolved
The capacity shall be such that at least 12 gallons of water per minute are applied to each 100 sqft of deck area.
61 Sprinkler heads failed in various safety zones. 2 were in a critical area near the #2 rescue boat, #1 end of vessel.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 1 January 2020
Resolved
Each vessel must carry a life jacket for each person on board.
Vessel had 19 lifejackets with discrepencies; 8 condemned, 9 needing and 2 needing stenciling.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 1 January 2020
Resolved
For each watertight door (subdivsion) which is in a required bulkhead, an indicator light must be installed in the pilothouse and at each other vesel operaring station from which the vessel door is not visible . The indicator must show wheher the door is open or closed.
Watertight door #4 failed to indicate closed when panel activated to close. Digital systems port engineer stated WTD #4 unauthorized change to engine rool panel. Verify all required watertight doors are on the panel and correct panels.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 16 December 2019
Resolved
A pinhole leak was discovered on the car deck leading down into the #2 potable water void. A repair plan must be submitted to address any plate which is pitted more than a quarter of its original thickness. Any welding proposed as part of the repair plan must be conducted by a qualified welder using an approved procedure. 46 CFR 71.55-1
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 27 August 2019
Resolved
A vessel owner or operator must ensure security measures to control access to the vessel. Re-key or replace locks for at risk secure spaces. Increase security patrols until deficiency has been rectified.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Launching arrangements for survival craft
Issued 17 June 2019
Resolved
Every crewmember must be familiar with their assigned duties. During the abandon ship drill no crew member assigned to launching the topside IBA's could demonstrate what the tether (blue line) was used for or how to position an IBA if a rescue boat was not available.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Compass correction log
Issued 13 March 2019
Resolved
A current deviation table is required in the wheelhouse. Current deviation table is off by approximately 31 deg on #2 end and 12 deg on #1 end.
33 CFR 164.35(c)
Engineering › Steam Boiler (auxiliary/waste heat) › Water Drum/Header
Issued 25 January 2018
Resolved
No. 1 Boiler failed hydrostatic test. Lower water drum was found leaking during the test. Boiler not to be used until repaired to the satisfaction of the USCG. 46CFR61.05-10 - POC: Bob Pace [phone withheld]
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Steering Failure Alarm System
Issued 25 January 2018
Resolved
EOT missing audible alarm for loss of power to the system on No. 1 & No.2 end pilot house.
46CFR113.35-5(e)(1)
Communications › Internal Communications System › Sound-powered Telephone
Issued 25 January 2018
Resolved
Unable to hear from sound powered phone in No. 1 and No. 2 steering gear room. 46CFR113.30-5(a)(2)
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Potable Water System › General
Issued 19 October 2017
Resolved
Prove proper coliform count for potable water system. Potable water system to remain secured until flush and testing results at acceptable levels IAW 46 CFR 78.17-25 & 21 CFR 1250.84.
Fire Fighting › Fire Hoses › Condition
Issued 1 September 2017
Resolved
A 2.5-inch fire hose burst during charging during quarterly inspection fire drill. Renew fire hose.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Echo-sounding Device
Issued 28 November 2016
Resolved
Crew must complete manual draft readings twice daily (beginning & end of operations). Additionally, if any unusual listing occurs crew must complete manual draft readings to ensure vessel is within correct range IAW vessel stability letter. Manual readings shall continue until system is functioning as intended.
Communications › Public Address System › Announcing Station
Issued 16 November 2016
Resolved
Public address system was not operable from the #1 and #2 pilot houses. Prove proper operation from operating stations IAW 46 CFR 113.50-5(a).
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Fire Doors
Issued 18 August 2016
Resolved
Fire Screen Doors #19 and 20 are designed to be normally closed and self closing. Self closing function does not latch door closed. Adjust doors to prove self closing and latching.
Lifesaving › Launching Appliances › Falls
Issued 8 June 2016
Resolved
Davit wire damaged during routine drills. Replace davit wire rope.
Engineering › Generator (propulsion/auxiliary-electric) › Reverse Power Protection Relay Circuitry
Issued 21 January 2016
Resolved
Reverse power trips were tested and failed to open generator breakers for each of the three units connected to the main bus. Properly protect #1, #2, and vital generators from reverse power event. 46 CFR 111.12-11(f)
Casualty record · 35
28 January 2002Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 1659006
6 March 2002Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 1600743
4 January 2003Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 1733414
14 March 2003Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 1 injured · activity 1762366
28 December 2003Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 1975820
21 March 2004Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2029890
20 June 2004Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2108089
11 June 2007Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2960735
9 December 2007Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3127561
15 July 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3289955
28 September 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 3340718
7 January 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3930597
23 February 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3951907
19 March 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3969057
29 January 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4234839
4 November 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 4485024
29 April 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4580282
13 May 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4607623
7 August 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4679790
29 September 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4726261
3 October 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4730711
16 March 2014Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4817639
30 May 2014Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 4877516
9 July 2015Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5180214
1 October 2015Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 5733825
15 October 2020Routine · role: Subject to Marine Inspection · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 dead · activity 7078241
19 May 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 1 injured · activity 7202768
15 April 2023Significant Marine Casualty · role: Subject of Search and Rescue · activity 7669720
15 September 2023Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 7826617
17 January 2024Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7878542
23 May 2025Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 8162332
7 July 2025Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 8209443
19 November 2025Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 8278211
1 January 2026Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 8331965
4 March 2026Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 8377210
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.
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