BOB JR is a 1975 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 16 inspections since 2016, most recently in February 2026, along with 14 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2018.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 10 February 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.
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Registered dimensions (L × B × D)61.0 ft × 16.6 ft × 7.7 ft
Registered tonnagegross 55 / net 37
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderBREAUX'S BAY-CRAFT INC · LOREAUVILLE, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1975
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portHOUMA, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 11 June 2026 · expires 30 June 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 it55 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton 37 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
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Inspection history · 16
10 February 2026Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8303622
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 14 March 2025Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. Vessel transducer stand-pipe water tight integrity compromised, found with temporary repair. Required development and proposal of permanent repair plan to satisfaction of USCG.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 14 March 2025
Resolution: Received notification and picture of final removal of old transducer, installation of new, and hull repair.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
Vessels described by 46 CFR 175.110(c) must have an interconnected fire detection system in compliance with 181.450 installed in all enclosed areas where passengers and crew have routine access, including accommodation spaces and machinery spaces. Vessel did not have installed interconnected fire detection system; recommended to install.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 21 July 2024
Resolved 16 July 2024
Resolution: Witnessed operational test of interconnected fire detection systems, all detectors alarms sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
A vessel must be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 182.520(a). Individual power pumps used for separate spaces are to be controlled from central control point and must have light or other visual means at control point to indicate operation. Vessel was unable to prove operation of all four bilge pickups. Advised to make repairs and clean prior to operational test.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 3 July 2024
Resolved 21 June 2024
Resolution: Bilges cleaned; witnessed all pumps and pickups operated properly.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
Marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol. Marine Inspector observed alcohol swabs not readily available, required owner to produce swabs for inspector.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 2 July 2024
Resolved 21 June 2024
Resolution: Owner procured alcohol swabs, verified placement onboard.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
Each disposable hydrostatic release unit must be marked with an expiration date of two years after the date on which the unit is installed. Marine Inspector observed the vessel with an expired date on the hydrostatic release for EPIRB. Install new hydrostatic release.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 2 July 2024
Resolved 21 June 2024
Resolution: Hydrostatic release unit replaced and verified.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
At every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected. Marine Inspector noted vessel’s bilges full of oil. Remove standing liquid and dry the bilges in engine room and crew compartment.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 2 July 2024
Resolved 21 June 2024
Resolution: Verified bilges cleaned and ready for safe operation.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
Have mounted at the operating station, emergency instructions containing the actions to be taken in the event of fire, heavy weather, or man overboard conditions. Marine Inspector observed the emergency placard missing at the operating station, recommended installation.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 July 2024
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel Rep provided proof via email of emergency instructions posted at operating station. Uploaded into Documents tab.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. Anchor light is inoperable, recommended repair.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 July 2024
Resolved 20 June 2024
Resolution: Vessel Rep provided proof via email of funtional Anchor light. Uploaded into documents.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
All observed unsafe practices, fire hazards and other hazardous situations must be corrected. All required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. Vessel was missing machinery guards on main diesel engines, recommended installation.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 July 2024
Resolved 21 June 2024
Resolution: Machinery guard installed over rotating machinery.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 18 June 2024Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. Vessel transducer stand-pipe water tight integrity compromised, found with temporary repair. Required development and proposal of permanent repair plan to satisfaction of USCG.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 July 2024
Resolved 10 February 2026
Resolution: Verified permanent welds and support.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 14 April 2022Resolved
Gears, couplings, flywheels and all machinery capable of injuring personnel shall be provided with adequate covers or guards. Port side engine flywheel did not have a guard to minimize personnel injury. Guard to be installed.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 26 April 2022
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 6 June 2018Resolved
Due to substantial damage to hull and interior spaces from casualty, vessel is required to complete a full COI inspection prior to carry of passengers.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 6 December 2018
Resolved 18 November 2021
Resolution: COI Deactivated
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 6 June 2018Resolved
Due to substantial damage to hull and interior spaces from casualty, vessel is to conduct drydock and internal structure exam prior to the carry of passengers.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 6 December 2018
Resolved 18 November 2021
Resolution: COI Deactivated
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Quantity
Issued 29 March 2017Resolved
Provide lifefloats that meet requirements of the listed CFR. Lifefloats are damaged and must be repaired or replaced. Vessel may not get underway with more than 12 persons onboard until life floats are repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Condition: Invalid
Due 16 April 2017
Resolved 11 April 2017
Resolution: Lifefloats replaced with serviceable lifefloats.
22 April 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 6403042
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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