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SAMMY G
SAMMY G is a 1962 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 21 inspections since 2016, most recently in January 2026, along with 30 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded — and 2 operational controls.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 14 January 2026.
- Built
- 1962
- Last inspected
- 14 January 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 30 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
Identity
288101
WDP8276
53171
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-53171
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.
Inspections, by type
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.
The counts in the strip above are the same counts; this table splits the inspections by
the kind of activity 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.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)61.6 ft × 18.0 ft × 6.6 ft
Registered tonnagegross 54 / net 36
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSAN DIEGO MARINE CONSTRUCTION · SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES · built 1962
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSAN DIEGO, CA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 4 September 2025 · expires 30 September 2026
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 it54 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
36 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
36 - 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.
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Inspection history · 21
14 January 2026
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Extension
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8295300
16 August 2025
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8211463
5 March 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8087705
29 January 2025
Bulk Liquid Transfer Monitor
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8071711
20 September 2024
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · Simplified Stability Test
Physical examination · Sector San Francisco · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8008728
6 September 2024
Excursion Permit
Administrative · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7995615
24 April 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7902065
12 December 2023
Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7838023
20 March 2023
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7639608
23 June 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7485228
17 December 2021
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7369746
28 June 2021
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7238830
24 May 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7235347
31 March 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6929760
9 January 2020
Deficiency Check · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6886051
23 May 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6644799
22 March 2018
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6369056
14 December 2017
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6324318
29 November 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6314745
1 June 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6146780
22 April 2016
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5852785
Deficiency record · 30
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 5 March 2025
Resolved
The number of penetrations in a watertight bulkhead must be minimized. A penetration in a watertight bulkhead must be as high and as far inboard in the bulkhead as practicable, and made watertight. Cable penetrations through bulkhead between engine room and lazarette are not watertight. 46 CFR 179.320(c)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 March 2025
Resolved
Shutoff valves, installed so as to close against the fuel flow, must be fitted in the fuel supply lines, one at the tank connection and one at the engine end of the fuel line to stop fuel flow when servicing accessories. Fuel shutoff assembly rods are inadequately connected to fuel line valves with small gauge wire. 46 CFR 182.455(b)(4)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 March 2025
Resolved
Remote fuel shutoff stations must be marked in clearly legible letters at least 25 millimeters (1 inch) high indicating purpose of the valve and direction of operation. Direction of operation is not indicated at fuel shutoff station. 46 CFR 185.608
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 5 March 2025
Resolved
All escape hatches and other emergency exits used as means of escape must be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 50 millimeters (2 inches) high: “EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR.” Escape hatch on fore deck lacks required markings. 46 CFR 185.606
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 5 March 2025
Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section every vessel must be fitted with a suitable magnetic compass designed for marine use, to be mounted at the primary operating station. Onboard magnetic compass displayed significantly incorrect heading. Repair or replace to the satisfaction of marine inspector. 46 CFR 184.402(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 20 September 2024
No resolution recorded
Each vessel constructed of a material other than wood certificated to operate on a limited coastwise route in cold water must be provided with life floats of an aggregate capacity that will accommodate at least 100% of the total number of persons permitted on board. Vessel has 20 passenger capacity and only has 12 capacity IBA. PAX count reduced to 10 until full lifesaving capacity is made for 22.
46 CFR 180.205(b)
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 20 September 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector shall view the vessel afloat and 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. MI observed temporary repair of filled pinhole with screw and preventative compound. Affect permanent repairs to MI satisfaciton.
46 CFR 176.25-5 (Old T)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
INSTALL COVER FOR LIGHTING SWITCH BOX IN ENGINE ROOM
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
REPLACE STBD FIRE HOSE DUE TO PINHOLE FOUND DURING INSPECTION
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 23 June 2022
Resolved
FUEL TANK SIGHT GLASS MUST BE PROTECTED FROM MECHANICAL DAMAGE AND HAVE AUTO CLOSE DEVICES INSTALLED.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 28 June 2021
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 observed missing lights.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 28 June 2021
Resolved
Each ring life buoy on a vessel must:Be stowed in a way that it can be rapidly cast loose. MI observed life bouy in a hard to reach location. Required life ring to be placed for immediate use/release.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Cargo & other hatchways
Issued 28 June 2021
Resolved
A hatch exposed to the weather must be watertight. MI observed hatch covers that were not able to be open and inspected.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 28 June 2021
Resolved
Vessel named must be stenciled on Life ring. MI observed life ring with no vessel name.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 24 June 2021
Resolved
Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after each anniversary date. The vessel has not completed a satisfactory annual inspection. Vessel cannot carry passengers until a satisfactory annual inspection is completed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 31 March 2020
Resolved
Vessel not required to have power driven fire pump must have 3X 2.5 gallon buckets. Vessel doesn't have fire buckets. Provide serviceable fire buckets.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation/maintenance
Issued 31 March 2020
Resolved
Vessel must have detailed inspection of radio installation by FCC tech. FCC telephony cert expire 13MAR2020. Provide valid FCC cert.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 23 May 2019
Resolved
Prove proper operation of bilge system. Vessel is required to prove operational test of bilge suction and overboard discharge.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 23 May 2019
Resolved
Replace/repair broken nav lights, nav light globes, and provide approved navigation bulbs. Vessel is required to have navigation lights in compliance with the international and inland navigation rules.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 23 May 2019
Resolved
Prove/provide emergency training and drills logs for fire, MOB, and abandon ship.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 23 May 2019
Resolved
Prove/provide log and monthly test of EPIRB. Vessel shall ensure EPIRB is texted and logged monthly.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 23 May 2019
Resolved
Remove/service extra fire extinguisher from vessel that was not serviced. Vessel must provide satisfactory evidence that required servicing of extinguishers was completed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 23 May 2019
Resolved
Remove/service extra life ring buoy. Vessels lifesaving appliances must be functional and in accordance with subchapters T & Q of 46 CFR.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 23 May 2019
Resolved
Prove proper installation of IBA. IBA painter found incorrectly attached to hydrostatic release and vessel. Vessel required to maintain survival craft equipment to be functional for its intended purpose.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 23 May 2019
Resolved
Prove watertight integrity of pilot house entrance doors. A permanent watertight coaming must be provided for vessels on partially exposed routes. Hatches exposed to the weather must be watertight.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Operational
Issued 22 March 2018
Resolved
Prove proper operation of forepeak bilge system.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › MIS Submission
Issued 1 June 2017
Resolved
Provide proof of 2016 MIS submission.
Fire Fighting › Remote Fuel Shutoff › General
Issued 1 June 2017
Resolved
Label remote fuel shutoff stations.
Lifesaving › Inflatable Buoyant Apparatus › Float Free
Issued 22 April 2016
Resolved
IBA hydrostatic release unit installed incorrectly, preventing it from floating free.
Fire Fighting › Fire Bucket › Capacity
Issued 22 April 2016
Resolved
Make fire buckets able to hold 2.5 gallons of water.
Ownership record
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