RUDEE EXPLORER

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1990s · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE)

Built: 1998
Last inspected: 1 May 2026
Documentation: Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
Inspections: 22
Deficiencies: 40 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 1 May 2026

Recorded inspections22

…physical examinations18

…administrative events3

…with no type recorded1

Deficiencies 40 recorded · 0 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 not do.

Identity

1076523

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489116

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UNITED STATES

Maury page id

psix-489116

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)47.0 ft × 14.0 ft × 3.0 ft

Registered tonnagegross 5 / net 5

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded

ITC tonnageNot recorded

BuilderSUSQUEHANNA SANTEE BOATWORKS INC · WILLOW STREET, PA, UNITED STATES · built 1998

Hull materialAluminum

PropulsionGasoline Outboard

Hull shapeShip

Hull configurationTwin Hull

Hailing portJACKSONVILLE, FL

Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un, rec

DocumentationValid · issued 3 April 2026 · expires 30 April 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 it5 - Simplified, Net Ton
5 - Simplified, Gross 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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Inspection history · 22

1 May 2026 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8354095

8 July 2025 In-Service Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8179259

3 April 2025 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8103198

18 February 2025 Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8078228

29 April 2024 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7903106

3 May 2023 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7680846

1 March 2023 Drydock Exam

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7643734

15 November 2022 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7594966

13 April 2022 COI Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7392198

30 March 2022 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7421675

17 February 2022 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7397904

10 June 2021 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7214470

25 February 2021 Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Special Consideration

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7140173

19 May 2020 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6951570

13 June 2019 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6713007

18 March 2019 Damage Survey

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6644235

19 February 2019 Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6626452

13 June 2018 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6436079

13 May 2017 Type not recorded

No type recorded · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6148343

21 February 2017 Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · DAPI Audit · COI Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6091755

4 May 2016 Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5854078

22 February 2016 In-Service Inspection

Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5816970

Deficiency record · 40

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

Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved

In addition, a number of child size life jackets equal to at least 10% of the number of persons permitted on board must be provided, or such greater number as necessary to provide a life jacket for each person being carried that is smaller than the lower size limit of the adult life jackets provided to meet this section. Vessel had 6 child life jackets, instead of the 7 needed. 46 CFR 180.71(b)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 May 2026
Resolved 8 May 2026
Resolution: purchased new life jackets

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

Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved

Each ring life buoy must be marked in clearly legible block capital letters with the vessel's name. Each ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retroreflective material approved in accordance with 46 CFR 164.018. Full name of vessel was not marked on ring life buoy, and retroreflective tape was severely faded. 46 CFR 185.604(b) & (i)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 May 2026
Resolved 8 May 2026
Resolution: added vsl name and new retro

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness

Issued 8 July 2025 Resolved

Whenever damage or deterioration to hull plating or structural members that may affect the seaworthiness of a vessel is discovered or suspected, the cognizant OCMI may conduct an internal structural examination in any affected space including fuel tanks, and may require the vessel to be drydocked or taken out of service to assess the extent of the damage, and to effect permanent repairs. Vessel was freed by unknown persons, drifted overnight and ended up in a homeowners backyard stuck in the mud from low tide, make the vessel available for a drydock examination. 46 CFR 176.600(d)

Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 11 July 2025
Resolution: MIs attended vsl at Arlington Marina out of the water and observed no damage to the vsls hull/pontoons. Damage to the aft stbd railing repaired satisfactory.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general

Issued 3 April 2025 Resolved

All cable and wire must be installed with metal supports every 24 inches. Add metal supports every 24 inches. -46 CFR 183.340(b)(4)

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2025
Resolved 23 April 2025
Resolution: Repaired

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks

Issued 3 April 2025 Resolved

Double hose clamping is required. Add double hose clamps to starboard fuel lines. -46 CFR 182.410(d)(1)

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2025
Resolved 23 April 2025
Resolution: Clamps repaired

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general

Issued 3 April 2025 Resolved

Each battery must be secured to protect against shifting with the roll and pitch of the vessel. Secure port and starboard engine batteries. -46 CFR 183.350(b)

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 17 April 2025
Resolved 23 April 2025
Resolution: Secured

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances

Issued 6 May 2024 Resolved

Fire Bucket missing labelling

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 May 2024
Resolved 13 May 2024
Resolution: Email with statement and photos received, reflected requirement satisficed.

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

Issued 6 May 2024 Resolved

Cracked Navigation Light Cover

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Stability Information Booklet

Issued 6 May 2024 Resolved

Stability Letter page 2 not posted onboard

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 20 May 2024
Resolved 13 May 2024
Resolution: E-mailed copy to O/O. O/O replied with statement and photo reflecting stability posted.

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

Issued 29 April 2024 Resolved

Restencilling of Child lifejacket storage sign

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)

Issued 30 March 2022 Resolved

Small passenger vessels may not operate without having on board a valid Certificate of Inspection (COI). Vessel's COI is expired. Vessel must complete inspection to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector prior to the carriage of passengers.

Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 30 April 2022
Resolved 13 April 2022
Resolution: Passed COI Renewal inspection. Refer to MISLE Act # 7392198.

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

Issued 10 June 2021 Resolved

ALL VESSELS MUST HAVE NAVIGATION LIGHTS THAT ARE IN COMPLIANCE. MI FOUND STBD AND STERN LIGHTS INOPERABLE. REPLACE LIGHTS AS APPROPRIATE.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 July 2021
Resolved 2 July 2021
Resolution: Nav lights operable.

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

Issued 10 June 2021 Resolved

[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 July 2021
Resolved 2 July 2021
Resolution: Submitted video showing working waterlight.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general

Issued 10 June 2021 Resolved

ALL CABLES AND WIRE MUST BE INSTALLED TO REDUCE INTERFERENCE AND AVOID DAMAGE. MI FOUND DEAD END WIRES. PROPERLY INSULATE AND SECURE WIRES.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 11 July 2021
Resolved 2 July 2021
Resolution: Cables were secured properly.

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

Issued 10 June 2021 Resolved

PORTABLE AND SEMIPORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS MUST BE INSPECTED AND MAINTAINED IAW NFPA 10. MAINTAIN MONTHLY RECORDS OF VISUAL INSPECTIONS.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 11 July 2021
Resolved 12 July 2021
Resolution: Vessel rep. provided means to log fire extinguisher maintenance.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)

Issued 10 June 2021 Resolved

FLEXIBLE NONMETALLIC HOSE USED FOR FUEL OIL MUST SUITABLE HIGH RESISTANT TO ELEMENTS. MI FOUND FLEXIBLE HOSE FROM FUEL SHUTOFF DRY ROTTED. REPLACE HOSE IN KIND WITH SUITABLE HOSE.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 11 July 2021
Resolved 2 July 2021
Resolution: Hose was replaced with suitable hose.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general

Issued 10 June 2021 Resolved

EACH BATTERY MUST BE PROTECTED AGAINST SHIFTING. MI FOUND BATTERY UNSECURED. SECURE STBD BATTERY TO PROTECT FROM SHIFTING.

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 11 July 2021
Resolved 2 July 2021
Resolution: Battery secured

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers

Issued 10 June 2021 Resolved

A PERSON MAY NOT ENGAGE AN INDIVIDUAL IN A POSITION IN WHICH REQUIRED BY LAW TO HOLD AN MMC UNLESS THAT INDIVIDUAL MAINTAINS A CURRENT MEDICAL CERTIFICATE. PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF MEDICAL CERTIFICATE.

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 11 July 2021
Resolved 19 July 2021
Resolution: Provided proof of sending medical certificate affidavit to USCG.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire control plan

Issued 19 May 2020 Resolved

Each portable fire extinguisher shall be inspected for excessive corrosion and general condition. 40-BC extinguisher at operating station had illegible label. Service fire extinguisher.

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 18 June 2020
Resolved 3 June 2020
Resolution: Fire extinguisher at operating station was replaced.

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

Issued 19 May 2020 Resolved

Each battery used in an item of lifesaving equipment must be replaced during the annual inspection if expiration date of battery has passed. Replace battery in floating water light.

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 18 June 2020
Resolved 3 June 2020
Resolution: Battery in floating water light was replaced.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)

Issued 19 May 2020 Resolved

There must be a means of accurately determining the amount of fuel in each fuel tank. Vessel has no means to determine amount of fuel. Acquire means to sound tanks.

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 18 June 2020
Resolved 3 June 2020
Resolution: Appropriate fuel gauge stick on board vessel.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general

Issued 19 May 2020 Resolved

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect all persons and the vessel from electrical hazards. Cap all dead end electrical wires.

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 18 June 2020
Resolved 3 June 2020
Resolution: Dead end wires were capped above operating station and below console.

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)

Issued 20 June 2019 Resolved

The vessel owner must pay user fees on or before the vessel's user fee anniversary date. The vessel has an outstanding balance of $300. Provide proof of user fee payment.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 July 2019
Resolved 20 June 2019
Resolution: Vessel owner provided proof of payment via pay.gov.

09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment

Issued 20 June 2019 Resolved

A vessel must carry a first aid kit approved under 46 CFR 160.041 or equivalent. Various items missing. Provide all required first aid supplies.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 July 2019
Resolved 5 July 2019
Resolution: Operator provided photos of all required first aid supplies onboard.

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

Issued 20 June 2019 Resolved

Each life jacket must be marked in clearly legible block letters with the vessel's name. 02 child and 01 adult life jacket had an incorrect or missing name. Properly mark all life jackets.

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 20 June 2019
Resolution: Operator properly marked life jackets prior to conclusion of the inspection.

Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights

Issued 13 June 2018 Resolved

Battery for life ring light is expired. Provide new battery prior to operating at night.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 25 June 2018
Resolution: Proper battery has been installed, exp. 01/20.

Construction/Loadline › Markings › Vessel Name/Home Port

Issued 13 June 2018 Resolved

Label vessel name on port & stbd bow. Label hailing port on stern.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 June 2018
Resolved 25 June 2018
Resolution: Vessel's name and hailing port are properly displayed.

Fire Fighting › Fire Bucket › Stenciling

Issued 13 June 2018 Resolved

Label 01 of 03 fire buckets. Drill holes at 2.5 gallon line or provide new bucket.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 June 2018
Resolved 25 June 2018
Resolution: New 3-gallon bucket has been provided, labeled, & holes drilled at 2.5gal line.

Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)

Issued 13 June 2018 Resolved

Apply retroreflective tape to back side of life ring.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 June 2018
Resolved 25 June 2018
Resolution: Adequate retro has been applied.

Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Equipment

Issued 13 June 2018 Resolved

Alcohol test strips are expired. Provide new test strips.

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 July 2018
Resolved 13 July 2018
Resolution: New test strips have been provided.

Construction/Loadline › Hull › Side Shell

Issued 13 June 2018 Resolved

Port forward corner of rub rail has an inset and crack. Repair by next dry dock.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 4 March 2019
Resolution: Corner bracket replaced. See activity 6626452 for details.

Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation

Issued 15 March 2017 Resolved

Properly configure port side battery installation. Replace wing nuts on terminals

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 March 2017
Resolved 17 March 2017
Resolution: Photo displaying proper installation of conductors on battery terminals.

Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Storage

Issued 15 March 2017 Resolved

Remove lifejacket/fire extinguisher marking on starboard aft compartment.

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 March 2017
Resolved 17 March 2017
Resolution: Marking were properly removed.

Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Mounting Bracket

Issued 15 March 2017 Resolved

Properly mount forward fire extinguisher.

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 March 2017
Resolved 17 March 2017
Resolution: Fire extinguisher was properly mounted.

Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Other Accommodation Spaces › Open Deck Space

Issued 15 March 2017 Resolved

Properly secure fixed seating arrangement on vessel.

Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 29 March 2017
Resolved 17 March 2017
Resolution: All fixed seating has been properly secured to the deck.

Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Quantity

Issued 4 May 2016 Resolved

Obtain 02 child life jackets onboard.

Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 21 July 2016
Resolution: Master provided photographs and a signed statement with license reference [withheld] attesting to the 2 children life jackets being placed on board.

Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Marking

Issued 4 May 2016 Resolved

Remove " 7 Child Life Jackets" stenciling on door for the head.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 May 2016
Resolved 21 July 2016
Resolution: Master provided photographs and a signed statement with license reference [withheld] attesting to the removal of the children life jacket markings on the head door of the vessel.

Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)

Issued 4 May 2016 Resolved

Stencil and retro tape new life buoy.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 May 2016
Resolved 21 July 2016
Resolution: Master provided photographic proof and a signed statement with license reference [withheld] attesting to the stenciling of the LRB and placement of the retroreflective tape.

Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Pre-employment

Issued 4 May 2016 Resolved

Provide proof of pre-employment testing for recently hired deckhand.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 11 May 2016
Resolved 21 July 2016
Resolution: Master provided a copy of the MRO letter and Federal Chain of Custody as evidence of pre-employment chemical testing.

Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Valve

Issued 4 May 2016 Resolved

Label "Emergency fuel shut-off" for both fuel tanks.

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.