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TIMBALIER BAY

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1990s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Other hulls named TIMBALIER BAY

TIMBALIER BAY is a 1998 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 35 inspections since 2004, most recently in April 2026, along with 28 deficiencies and 1 operational control.

Records from 2004 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 22 April 2026.

Built: 1998
Last inspected: 22 April 2026
Documentation: Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
Inspections: 35
Deficiencies: 28 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls: None recorded without a removal date

Identity

1075802

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WDE3708

488087

Flag

UNITED STATES

MMSI

367343110

Maury page id

psix-488087

Inspections, by type

…physical examinations27

…administrative events7

…with no type recorded1

Years with a record 18 calendar years (2004–2026)

The 35 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 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 1977.

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)46.0 ft × 16.0 ft × 7.0 ft

Registered tonnagegross 34 / net 27

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded

ITC tonnageNot recorded

BuilderROZEMA BOAT WORKS INC · MT VERNON, WA, UNITED STATES · built 1998

Hull materialAluminum

PropulsionDiesel Reduction

Hull shapeShip

Hull configurationMonohull

Hailing portHOUMA, LA

Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted

DocumentationValid · issued 1 September 2026 · expires 31 August 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 it34 - Simplified, Gross Ton
27 - Simplified, Net Ton

Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 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.

Radio station licence

WDE3708MMSI 367343110 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 1 March 2018, expires 15 March 2028

FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown. A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.

Inspection history · 35

22 April 2026 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Vessel Attendance

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8308321

14 April 2026 Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8306872

23 July 2025 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8193111

26 June 2025 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8168131

11 March 2025 Special Consideration · Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8091818

3 February 2025 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8073935

26 April 2024 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7902122

26 February 2024 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7870214

29 November 2022 Drydock Exam · COI Inspection · Cargo Tank Internal · Examination of Repairs

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7601173

23 September 2022 Examination of Repairs

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7554185

1 June 2021 Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7212589

11 May 2020 Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6937440

11 June 2019 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6711125

1 May 2019 COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6655663

30 November 2018 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6590098

11 May 2018 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6417178

1 May 2018 In-Service Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6402870

30 March 2018 Damage Survey · Hull Examination · In-Service Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6408520

8 March 2018 In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6371887

30 May 2017 DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6159985

1 June 2016 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5895256

24 May 2016 Hull Examination

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5885163

9 June 2014 COI Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4884416

3 June 2014 Plan Review "T" Boat

Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4886737

29 May 2014 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Cargo Tank Internal

Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4866213

5 June 2012 Hull Examination · Periodic Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Texas City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4334946

2 September 2010 Annual Inspection · Cargo Tank Internal · Drydock Exam · DAPI Audit

Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3838555

6 June 2008 Drydock Exam · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3227366

28 November 2007 Damage Survey

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3105657

27 November 2007 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Station Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3106004

4 June 2007 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2951035

7 May 2007 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2927942

2 June 2006 Cargo Tank Internal · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Re-Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Galveston · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2667383

6 July 2005 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · MSU GALVESTON · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2418210

24 May 2004 Hull Examination · Initial Certification

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2076900

Deficiency record · 28

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)

Issued 3 February 2025 Resolved

The height of top rails required by paragraph (a) of this section must be as follows; at least 910 millimeters (36 inches) high. MI observed railing height throughout vessel to be 24 to 27 inches. All passengers and crew are required to wear life jackets or work vests while on deck with vessel underway.

Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 June 2025
Resolution: Completed special consideration for vessel railing height. See MISLE Activity # 8091818

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

Inspection of piping, controls, and valves, and the inspection and testing of alarms and ventilation shutdowns, for each fixed gas fire extinguishing system and detection system to determine that the system is in operating condition. Ventilation closure for the engine room did not make a proper seal when secured, add gasket material or replace components to vent closures to create air-tight seal and operate as required. 46 CFR 176.810(a)(2)

Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 13 March 2023
Resolved 20 March 2023
Resolution: Received, reviewed, and accepted documentation from vessel rep showing the install of new gasket material for L-bracket E/R ventilation closures, providing air tight seal.

18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Ship's occupational safety and health policies and programmes

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the SMI. Vessel unable to provide any alcohol testing kits kept onboard. 46 CFR 4.06-15(a)(1)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 March 2023
Resolved 27 March 2023
Resolution: Verification of the required alcohol testing kits kept onboard recieved, all sat.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

Each vessel must be equipped with at least two operable portable battery lights. One of these lights must be located at the operating station and the other at the access to the propulsion machinery space. Portable lights found inoperable when tested. Replace or repair lights to a serviceable condition. 46 CFR 183.430

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 March 2023
Resolved 27 March 2023
Resolution: Photo verification of 02 new portable lights recieved and accepted, all sat.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

The EPIRB test required by paragraph (a) shall be logged or otherwise documented, as applicable. Vessel unable to provide records or documentation of monthly EPIRB testing. Provide documentation attesting to the proper maintenance if the vsl's EPIRB. 46 CFR 185.728(c)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 March 2023
Resolved 27 March 2023
Resolution: Photo verification of the onboard EPIRB test log received and accepted, all sat.

99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

Abandon ship and man overboard drills and training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. The drill entry shall include the following information: (1) Date of the drill and training; (2) General description of the drill scenario and training topics. Vessel unable to provide any documentation showing the completion of drills within previous year. Provide verification of log showing required drills have been conducted. 46 CFR 185.520(f)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 March 2023
Resolved 27 March 2023
Resolution: verification of Log book, including record of recent drills/required entries received and accepted, all sat.

04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

Fire Fighting drills and training shall be logged or otherwise documented for review by the Coast Guard upon request. The drill entry shall include the following information: (1) Date of the drill and training; and (2) General description of the drill scenario and training topics. Vessel unable to provide any documentation showing the completion of drills within previous year. Provide verification of log showing required drills have been conducted. 46 CFR 185.524(d)

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

A vessel of not more than 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, but not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet), must carry a minimum of one life buoy of not less than 610 millimeters (24 inches) in diameter. Ring life buoy found deteriorated. Replace ring life buoy or moisture service plug to satisfaction of attending MI. 46 CFR 180.70(a)(2)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 March 2023
Resolved 27 March 2023
Resolution: Life ring replaced and to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector, all sat.

10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

The lights and shapes specified in these Rules shall comply with the provisions of Annex I of these Rules (33 CFR part 84). Vessel unable to provide required dayshapes, while on board. Provide verification of dayshapes onboard, and to the satisfaction of the MI. 33 CFR 83.20(e)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 March 2023
Resolved 27 March 2023
Resolution: Received verification of dayshapes onboard, and to the satisfaction of the MI

10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals

Issued 13 March 2023 Resolved

A vessel of 12 meters or more in length shall be provided with a whistle, a vessel of 20 meters or more in length shall be provided with a bell in addition to a whistle. Vessel's whistle found inoperable. Repair or replace whistle to satisfaction of attending MI. 33 CFR 83.33(a)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 March 2023
Resolved 27 March 2023
Resolution: Verification of the bell onboard received and accepted, all sat.

08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)

Issued 13 March 2023 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. Visual indicator found inoperable when tested for bilge alarm sensor in accommodation space void. 46 CFR 182.530

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 13 March 2023
Resolved 13 March 2023
Resolution: Corrected prior to the departure of the Attending Marine Inspector, all sat.

Fire Fighting › Fixed Fire Detection System › Alarms

Issued 1 May 2018 Resolved

During Annual inspection, fixed firefighting system was activated without discharging agent. Identify cause and repair prior to conducting operations.

Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 May 2018
Resolved 2 May 2018
Resolution: Service technician identified & fixed the issue with the system and provided documentation.

Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Emergency shutdown

Issued 1 May 2018 Resolved

During Annual Inspection, main propulsion engines shutdown while conducting drills. Identify cause and repair prior to conducting operations.

Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 May 2018
Resolved 2 May 2018
Resolution: Faulty connection identified and repaired.

Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator

Issued 1 May 2018 Resolved

During Annual Inspection, generator shut down while underway for drills. Identify cause and repair prior to conducting operations.

Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 4 May 2018
Resolved 2 May 2018
Resolution: Identified cause and remedied by technician.

Documentation › Manuals/Policy Documentation › Maneuvering Information

Issued 1 May 2018 Resolved

During Annual Inpsection, found counterfeit U.S. Coast Pilot publication.

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 May 2018
Resolved 2 May 2018
Resolution: U.S. Coast Pilot downloaded from NOAA website

Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Filter

Issued 30 May 2017 Resolved

Vessels fuel water separators have four non-bonnet style drain cocks. Unapproved drain cocks are prohibited.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 June 2017
Resolved 7 June 2017
Resolution: Replaced with approved drain cocks.

Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Valve

Issued 30 May 2017 Resolved

Vessel has check valves installed at the hull penetrations for overboard discharge. Vessel is required to have positive shutoff valves.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2017
Resolved 7 June 2017
Resolution: Added positive shutoff valves at the overboard discharge and kept check valves inline between the bilge pump and the positive shutoff valves.

Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Interface Detector

Issued 30 May 2017 Resolved

Vessels bilge high level alarm does not identify the location of the compartment with a high level present. A visual and audible alarm must be provided to indicate a high water level in unmanned spaces.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 June 2017
Resolved 7 June 2017
Resolution: Added another display light which differentiates which space has a high level.

Construction/Loadline › Structures › Scuttle

Issued 30 May 2017 Resolved

Vessels emergency escape hatches are not labelled. All escape hatches must be marked on both sides in lettering at least two inches high: "EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR."

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 6 June 2017
Resolved 7 June 2017
Resolution: Properly marked escape hatches.

Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Operational

Issued 9 June 2014 Resolved

Prove proper operation of engine room bilge pumps, prior to conducting operations.

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 11 June 2014
Resolution: Conducted operational test of engine room pumps; All working satisfactory.

Engineering › Freshwater System (jacketwater cooling) › Valve

Issued 3 June 2014 Resolved

Install shut-off valves on non-integral keel coolers.

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 July 2014
Resolved 30 July 2014
Resolution: Keel cooler shut-off valves installed. All sat.

Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls

Issued 28 November 2007 Resolved

CO2 Control box failed and discharged CO2 into engineroom causing MDE Shutdown and loss of power.

Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 4 April 2008
Resolution: Replaced old system with new coast guard approved FIREBOY system.

Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System › Piping

Issued 4 June 2007 Resolved

Place 2 inch pipe nipple and plug past nozzle on fixed CO2 system in E/R. 46 CFR 181.410 d 2

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 6 June 2007
Resolution: Placed pipe nipple in CO2 system.

Construction/Loadline › Structures › Transverse Bulkhead

Issued 4 June 2007 Resolved

Plug hole in collision bulkhead. 46 CFR 179.320

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 6 June 2007
Resolution: Welded holes shut.

Communications › Radio Communications › Radiotelephone Transceiver (2-4 MHz)

Issued 2 June 2006 Resolved

Vessel is restricted to operate within 20nm from land until a proper MF radio is installed and the crew has been trained and familiar with it's operation IAW 47 CFR 80.905

Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 2 June 2006
Resolved 11 May 2007
Resolution: MF Radio installation not required.

Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Valve

Issued 2 June 2006 Resolved

Install a positive shut off valve at hull penetration for each automatic bilge pump.

Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 3 July 2006
Resolved 5 June 2006
Resolution: Vessel installed shut off valves.

Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights

Issued 2 June 2006 Resolved

Move masthead light and affix to location where the required arc of visibility can be maintained. Prior to night time operation.

Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 2 June 2006
Resolved 5 June 2006
Resolution: Vessel moved mast head light to a location where arc of visibility can be maintained.

Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture

Issued 2 June 2006 Resolved

Provide an emergency light for crew accomodation space located below main deck.

Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 2 July 2006
Resolved 11 July 2006
Resolution: Vessel installed a satisfactory emergency light

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.