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MISS LAUREN
MISS LAUREN is a 1979 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 24 inspections since 2016, most recently in July 2026, along with 54 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2021.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 14 July 2026.
- Built
- 1979
- Last inspected
- 14 July 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 54 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 1 investigation · 2021
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
14 July 2026
…with no type recorded1
Deficiencies
54 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
1080036
WCZ6962
493770
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-493770
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)50.2 ft × 14.6 ft × 5.1 ft
Registered tonnagegross 25 / net 20
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderUNIFLITE INC · BELLINGHAM, WA, UNITED STATES · built 1979
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portPETOSKEY, MI
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 6 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 it25 - Simplified, Gross Ton
20 - Simplified, Net Ton
20 - Simplified, 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.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299
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.
Read one first, in full: a forty-year chronology · a hull that changed operators four times · the sparse case, shown as an example, not for sale.
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Inspection history · 24
14 July 2026
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8433985
13 June 2026
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8403830
16 June 2025
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8148239
27 August 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8004882
11 April 2024
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7893798
26 July 2023
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7770370
25 August 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7546231
22 August 2022
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7541766
20 January 2022
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7382844
26 August 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7297460
19 August 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7294396
18 August 2021
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7317334
17 August 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7285039
16 June 2021
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7239712
18 August 2020
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7037547
16 June 2020
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6977993
22 January 2020
Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6893721
19 September 2019
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6815529
27 August 2018
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6523994
27 February 2018
Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6362352
22 August 2017
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6247628
22 December 2016
Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6061828
1 July 2016
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5925614
11 February 2016
Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portsmouth · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5813313
Deficiency record · 54
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 August 2024
Resolved
Battery in float light needs to be changed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Structural features (ship)
Issued 27 August 2024
Resolved
Ladder going down into forepeak need to be secured.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Ventilation (Working spaces)
Issued 27 August 2024
Resolved
Repair baffles on engine room ventilation.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 27 August 2024
Resolved
Secure gaps around piping going through engine room space.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Launching arrangements for survival craft
Issued 27 August 2024
Resolved
Hydro-static releases on IBA's are expired.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
Vessel did not have current Great Lakes Radio Agreement.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
Found the magnetic compass cloudy making the numbers illegible.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Safe means of access Deck - hold/tank, etc.
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
The ladder in the forepeak needs to be secured to the bulkhead. Currently it is just leaning in the space.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
Found two life jackets not labeled with the vessel name. Found labels for storage bags showing incorrect quantity.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
Found Float Light Battery in need of replacement.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
Found hydrostatic releases on the IBAs not attached correctly.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
Water heater wiring needs to be made permanent.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
Found hydraulic fluid in the forepeak from return line being pumped into a 5 gallon bucket. Directed them to plumb the return line to dump back into tank.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 July 2023
Resolved
Found numerous old light fixtures in machinery spaces that need covers or to be removed.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 25 August 2022
Resolved
No current COD onboard.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 25 August 2022
Resolved
First aid kit needs to be in compliance with 46 CFR 160.041-4(b).
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Electronic charts (ECDIS)
Issued 25 August 2022
Resolved
Electronic charts and plotter software need to be updated.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Cleanliness of engine room
Issued 25 August 2022
Resolved
Found debris in the bilges including oil soaked absorbent pads.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 25 August 2022
Resolved
Junction box behind bar needs to be capped.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Cleanliness of engine room
Issued 25 August 2022
Resolved
Found excess hydraulic fluid in the forepeak. Not sure if is residual from the install of the bow thruster or a leak. Directed owner to clean and remove and then monitor.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Furnishings
Issued 25 August 2022
Resolved
Found two bench seats that need to be secured. Directed owner no pax in those seats until corrected.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 26 August 2021
Resolved
Vessel may not operate until satisfactory repairs have been made to make the vessel seaworthy and ensure vessel is not a pollution hazard.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Remove rudder and examine securing devices, connections, rudder post, and packing for damage. Ensure the proper operation of a fully functional steering system prior to movement to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Investigate extent of damage to the hull at the keel. Make necessary repairs to ensure the seaworthiness of the vessel prior to movement to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Remove damaged propeller and shaft, inspect all associated gear for damage. Make all necessary repairs or replacements affecting the vessel's running gear prior to movement to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Investigate fuel leak on port independent fuel tank. Secure/remove source of leak. Make permanent repairs to tank/ eliminate possible pollution scenario prior to movement to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Electronic charts (ECDIS)
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Make necessary updates and repairs to onboard navigational equipment. Apply electronic chart and software updates to chart-plotter and ensure vessel's depth-sounder is functioning properly prior to the carriage of passengers, to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - cracking
Issued 18 August 2021
Resolved
Inspect/repair numerous cracked welds and missing/sheared off hardware on the aft swim platform that is utilized as the vessel's primary MOB recovery platform prior to the carriage of passengers, to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 17 August 2021
Resolved
Vessel did not have required FIRE BUCKETS onboard.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 17 August 2021
Resolved
Vessel needs the name displayed on both sides of the forward half of the vessel.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 17 August 2021
Resolved
Fuel shut off valves need to be re-labeled.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 17 August 2021
Resolved
Numerous items expired in the First Aid Kit.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 June 2020
Resolved
Vessel's bow thruster was not operational. Effect necessary repairs to bow thruster to the satisfaction of the attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 August 2018
Resolved
Several lifejackets need the retro-reflective tape replace.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 27 August 2018
Resolved
The F/O return hose on the generator prime mover is too large and cannot be tightened to fit; repair or replace as needed.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 22 August 2017
Resolved
Provide the manufacturer recommended battery for the water light.
Fire Fighting › Structural Fire Protection - General › Hull Construction
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Engine compartment is not gas tight - properly mount all plywood to sides and fore/aft end of compartment. Provide means to adequately seal off area around exhaust and shaft penetration.
Fire Fighting › Structural Fire Protection - General › Accommodation Space Protection
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Ensure all sides and top of engine compartment are covered with fire protective insulation.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Logbook/Record (unofficial)
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Provide vessel log for training, drills, and fire equipment maintenance.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Man Overboard Recovery
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Conduct man overboard and fire drill in the presence of a marine inspector.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Troubleshoot and repair short to nav lights.
Fire Fighting › Remote Fuel Shutoff › General
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Install adequate shut off valve for generator fuel supply.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Hose
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Replace generator fuel return hose with "USCG TYPE A1" hose - max length 30".
Engineering › Diesel Engine (auxiliary) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Install double hose clamps on generator muffler.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Replace wing nuts on generator battery with mechanical fasteners.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Replace non UL approved forepeak bilge pump with UL approved pump.
Construction/Loadline › Markings › Vessel Name/Home Port
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Properly post hull markings to include name and hailing port.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Watertight Subdivision Standard
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Adjust all watertight hatches.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Label ringbuoy with vessel name.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Remove all extension cords and aplitters that are installed as "permenant".
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Cable
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Properly terminate dead end cable in lazarette.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Properly cover pinholes in fuel tank void IWO generator exhaust.
Engineering › Sea-water System (primary cooling) › Valve
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Provide valve handle for raw water cooling through hull valve - locted in fuel tank space.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ducts
Issued 1 July 2016
Resolved
Replace non-rigid machinery space ducting with rigid ducting for both supply and return ducts.
Casualty record · 1
19 August 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7294396
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.
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.