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SEA SPIRIT
SEA SPIRIT is a 1979 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 18 inspections since 2016, most recently in November 2024, along with 43 deficiencies, 3 operational controls and 1 casualty investigation in 2018.
Records from 2016 to 2024. Most recent: inspection, 19 November 2024.
- Built
- 1979
- Last inspected
- 19 November 2024
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 43 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 1 investigation · 2018
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
19 November 2024
…with no type recorded1
Deficiencies
43 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
9 calendar years (2016–2024)
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
605266
WDJ8064
50222
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-50222
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)48.0 ft × 15.0 ft × 6.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 31 / net 25
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderPLASTIC INDUSTRIES, INC · PASCAGOULA, MS, UNITED STATES · built 1979
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSANTA CRUZ, CA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Fishery, Recreational
DocumentationValid · issued 16 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 it31 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
25 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
25 - 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.
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.
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Inspection history · 18
19 November 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8036700
16 October 2024
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8016290
17 July 2023
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7741016
2 February 2023
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7631303
28 November 2022
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7598534
27 September 2022
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7566593
25 August 2021
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7215536
27 October 2020
Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7085267
14 September 2020
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7057996
15 July 2019
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6751244
31 October 2018
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6570247
22 October 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6571944
16 July 2018
DAPI Audit · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6468444
28 June 2018
Administrative Inspection · Simplified Stability Test
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6459880
30 October 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6297762
2 October 2017
Plan Review "T" Boat · Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6279729
7 November 2016
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6034480
14 October 2016
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6022663
Deficiency record · 43
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 16 October 2024
Resolved
Each ring life buoy on a vessel must be approved in accordance with § 160.050 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant, including, but not limited to, approval series 160.150. MI found vessel's life buoy is not an approved life buoy in accordance with Subchapter Q. Replace life buoy with an approved series to the satisfaction of the MI.
46 CFR 180.70 (b)(1)
46 CFR 160.050
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 16 October 2024
Resolved
Except as further modified in this section, where fire extinguishing systems or equipment are not required, but are installed, the system or equipment and its installation shall meet the requirements of this part. At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the owner or managing operator must be ready for inspection of its fire protection equipment;Inspection and testing of all smoke and fire detection systems, including sensors and alarms. MI found that vessel's installed smoke detector was inoperable. Vessel's route restricted to lakes, bays and sounds.
46 CFR 181.05-5 (Old T)
46 CFR 176.810(a)(7)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 16 October 2024
Resolved
Each life float must be fitted with a lifeline, pendants, two paddles, a painter, and a light. MI found light on 1 life float to be inoperable.
46 CFR 180.175(d)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 16 October 2024
Resolved
Each item of survival craft equipment must be of good quality, and efficient for the purpose it is intended to serve. MI found 1 life float needing patch repair to meet operational readiness standards.
46 CFR 180.175(a)
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 16 October 2024
Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight. MI found that the hatch housing the anchor and anchor chain was damaged and not water-tight.
46 CFR 179.360(a)
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 16 October 2024
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. MI found 01 portable light to be inoperable.
46 CFR 183.430
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 16 October 2024
Resolved
Each flare carried to meet this section must be stowed in one of the following: A portable watertight container marked as required by § 185.614 of this chapter, carried at the operating station.
46 CFR 180.68(e)(1)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 16 October 2024
Resolved
Each life jacket, immersion suit, and ring life buoy must be marked in clearly legible block capital letters with the vessel's name. MI found 01 life jacket with insufficient markings of vessel name.
46 CFR 185.604(b)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 20 July 2023
Resolved
A SUBMERSIBLE ELECTRIC BILGE PUMP MAY BE USED AS A POWER BILGE PUMP PROVIDED THAT: THE PUMP IS LISTED BY AN INDEPENDENT LABORATORY AS MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS IN UL 1113. BILGE PUMP IN FORWARD COMPARTMENT IS NOT UL LISTED AND REQUIRES REPLACEMENT.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 20 July 2023
Resolved
EVERY VESSEL MUST HAVE DETAILED INSPECTION OF THE RADIO INSTALLATION BY AN FCC-LICENSEND TECHNICIAN EVERY FIVE YEARS. VESSEL'S CERTIFICATE HAS EXPIRED AND NEEDS RENEWAL.
47 CFR 80.903
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 20 July 2023
Resolved
EACH LIFE JACKET MUST BE MARKED IN CLEARLY LEGIBLE BLCOK CAPITAL LETTERS WITH THE VESSELS NAME, AND MUST BE MARKED WITH TYPE 1 RETROREFLECTIVE MATERIAL DISTRIBUTED SO AS TO BE USEFUL FOR SEARCH FROM AIR AND SURFACE CRAFT FROM ALL DIRECTIONS. SUCH MATERIAL SHOULD BE PLACED AS HIGH UP ON THE LIFEJACKET AS POSSIBLE. 27 ADULT LIFE JACKETS HAS WORN RETROREFLECTIVE TAPE AND VESSEL NAME WAS EITHER MISSING OR WORN OFF. VESSEL TO REPLACE TAPE AND RE-APPLY VESSEL NAME TO ALL LIFE JACKETS.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 20 July 2023
Resolved
THE CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT OF A VESSEL MUST ALLOW THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE VESSEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS OF ITS CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION GIVING CONSIDERATION TO PROVISIONS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE. FORWARD PORT AND STARBOARD ENGINE ROOM BULKHEADS ARE NOT SEALED AND THE FIREBOY IS NOT RATED TO ACCOMODATE THIS ADDITIONAL SPACE. SEAL PORT AND STARBOARD FORWARD ENGINE BULKHEADS TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE MARINE INSPECTOR.
46 CFR 177.100
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 17 July 2023
Resolved
A vessel to which this sub chapter applies may not be operated without having on board a valid U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection. Vessel's COI expired 16JUNE2023. Vessel must complete a Certificate of Inspection renewal prior to carriage of passengers for hire.
46CFR176.100
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 28 November 2022
Resolved
A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump required by Table 182.520(a) only on a vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying not more than 49 passengers, other than a ferry, provided that the pump is permanently mounted. Lazarette bilge pump is not permanently mounted.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 27 September 2022
Resolved
For fixed-gas fire extinguishing systems, the inspections and tests required by Table 176.810(b) of this section, in addition to the tests required by 46 CFR 147.60 and 147.65. The owner or managing operator must provide satisfactory evidence of the required servicing to the marine inspector. Fireboy service records must be provided.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 27 September 2022
Resolved
An ammeter that is readily visible shall be included in the battery charger circuit. Battery charger in forward compartment does not have an ammeter. 46 CFR 183.05-20(f)
OLD T.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 September 2022
Resolved
A vessel of 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. Life buoy has deteriorated to an unusable condition.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 27 September 2022
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. Engine room portable light must be made operational.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 27 September 2021
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector shall view the vessel afloat and shall conduct the following tests and inspections of the hull structure and its appurtenances: Examine and test by operation all watertight closures in the hull, decks and bulkheads. Lazarette hatch leaking around seal and not watertight. Return watertight integrity to hatch.
46 CFR 176.25-5 (a)(2)
Old T
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 27 September 2021
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. Vessel's stern light found inoperable.
46 CFR 183.420
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 27 September 2021
Resolved
A vessel must carry one floating waterlight. Vessel's ring life buoy missing attached water light.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 27 September 2021
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit approved under approval series 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. Vessel's first-aid kit contained expired contents.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 29 September 2020
Resolved
Where flexible nonmetallic hose is permitted for use in piping systems by the section, it must meet SAE J-1942 or be specifically approved by the Commandant. Piping associated with port fuel tank vent has portion of non approved flexible hose installed. Replace non approved portion in accordance with the regulations prior to utilizing port fuel tank.
46 CFR 182.720(e)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 15 September 2020
Resolved
At each inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner shall have the external inspection of fuel tank vents made available. Fuel tank vent piping is pinched between deck and fuel tank. Operator must provide proof of condition of piping w/in 07 days. 46 CFR 176.800
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 15 September 2020
Resolved
Shutoff valves, installed so as to close against the fuel flow, must be fitted in the fuel supply lines. Emergency fuel shutoff valve for port tank has been disconnected and capped off due to non-operational status of the tank. Prior to bringing tank back into service, operator must notify Sector San Francisco and have MI verify condition and serviceability of tank. 46 CFR 182.455(b)(4)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 15 September 2020
Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel. No alcohol swabs on board. Operations restricted within 2 hours of harbor. 46 CFR 4.06-15(a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 September 2020
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts. Four exposed wires in starboard engine room along outboard bulkhead. 46 CFR 183.200(c)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 15 September 2020
Resolved
A suitable hull strainer must be installed in the circulating raw water intake line of an engine cooling water system. Strainer no longer supported by broken bracket. 46 CFR 182.420(a)(2)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 15 September 2020
Resolved
When stowed in tiers, life float units must be kept apart by spacers. No spacers between life floats. 46 CFR 180.137(f)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
The employer shall provide an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) education program that displays a community service hot-line telephone number for crew member assistance. No hot-line number on board. 46 CFR 16.401
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
Each EPIRB must be tested monthly. Each survival craft must be inspected monthly to make sure it is complete and in good order. No logged maintenance of EPIRB or life float maintenance. 46 CFR 185.728(a) & 46 CFR 185.722
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Abandon ship drills
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
Master of vessel must instruct crew as to the duties that the crew member is expected to perform in an emergency (MOB, fire drill) at least once every three months and documented for review by the Coast Guard. No training logs on board. 46 CFR 185.420
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry U.S. Coast Pilot, light list, and tide tables. No U.S. Coast Pilot, light list, or tide tables on board. 46 CFR 184.420
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 14 September 2020
Resolved
Each life float must be secured to the painter at one end and to the vessel on the other end. Painter not secured to life floats. 46 CFR 180.137(b)(3)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 16 July 2019
Resolved
Inflatable survival craft placards with information for launching and inflating inflatable survival craft for the information of persons onboard should be posted in conspicious places by each survival craft. Liferaft bowser tied to hydrostatic release weak link, painter tied to bale of bowser.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Launching arrangements for survival craft
Issued 16 July 2019
Resolved
Stowage of life floats and buoyant apparatus. The float free link must meet 46CFR160.073 (subchapter Q). Float free link appears to be heaviest duty service (21 persons or more) buoyant apparatus is 10 persons.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 16 July 2019
Resolved
A vessel must carry one ring life buoy, approved in accordance with 46CFr 160.050. Ring buoy grab line deteriorated beyond repair.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 16 July 2019
Resolved
If the annual inspection reveals deficiencies in your vessels maintenance, you must make any or all repairs or improvements. Vessel deck longitudinal stringer (centerline between lazarette hatch and transom)loose and broken away from other deck frames.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 16 July 2019
Resolved
Watertight integrity. A hatch exposed to the weather must be water tight. Lazarette hatch shows evidence of leaking in lazarette deck framing.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 16 July 2019
Resolved
No tide tables onboard.
Unable to determine date of charts (over 10-20 years).
Retro reflective marking on PFD's faded (owner will clean and submit photos or replace with new tape).
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 31 October 2018
Resolved
Aft doors on cabin space are not weathertight. A weathertight door with permanent watertight 6 inch comings must be provided for each opening located in a deck house or companion way that gives access into the hull. Ensure aft cabin doors are weathertight. 46CFR 171.124
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 30 October 2017
Resolved
Conduct satisfactory Certificate of Inspection exam prior to carrying passengers.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 7 November 2016
Resolved
Replace all engine exhaust hose clamps in lazarette and (1) engine cooling water hose clamp in engine room.
Casualty record · 1
22 October 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6571944
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.