LADY SARAH

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 2000s · USCG East District (CGD-E)

LADY SARAH is a 2004 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 19 inspections since 2016, most recently in March 2026, along with 15 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2008.

Records from 2008 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 17 March 2026.

Built: 2004
Last inspected: 17 March 2026
Documentation: Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections: 19
Deficiencies: 15 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls: None recorded without a removal date
Casualties: 1 investigation · 2008

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 17 March 2026

Recorded inspections19

…physical examinations17

…administrative events2

Deficiencies 15 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

1160977

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WDC4187

709066

Flag

UNITED STATES

Maury page id

psix-709066

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)64.8 ft × 21.0 ft × 8.7 ft

Registered tonnagegross 25 / net 22

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded

ITC tonnageNot recorded

BuilderGEO SHIPYARD INC · NEW IBERIA, LA, UNITED STATES · built 2004

Hull materialAluminum

PropulsionDiesel Reduction

Hull shapeSail (Faired Keel)

Hull configurationTwin Hull

Hailing portANNAPOLIS, MD

Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted

DocumentationValid · issued 13 May 2026 · expires 31 May 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
22 - 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.

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Inspection history · 19

17 March 2026 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8327427

18 March 2025 COI Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8096218

11 February 2025 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8077248

16 January 2025 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8064579

26 March 2024 Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7885249

5 March 2024 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7874788

15 March 2023 Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7810706

14 March 2023 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7650915

15 March 2022 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7413452

20 December 2021 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7383686

9 March 2021 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7154882

10 March 2020 COI Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6904110

25 March 2019 Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6648893

20 December 2018 Internal Structural Exam · Construction Oversight · Drydock Exam

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6602332

8 August 2018 Administrative Inspection

Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6504351

13 March 2018 Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · DAPI Audit

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6372409

15 March 2017 Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · DAPI Audit

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6155466

17 March 2016 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5859124

23 February 2016 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5822539

Deficiency record · 15

05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation

Issued 17 March 2026 Resolved

A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Position Indicating Radiobeacon (EPIRB) installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. VHF radio did not transmit and was not equipped with Digital Selective Calling(DSC) capability. Vessel is restricted to operating within 1000' from shore. 46CFR184.502

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 14 April 2026
Resolution: Received photo of the MMSI number being programmed within the VHF radio. All sat.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes

Issued 17 March 2026 Resolved

On a vessel of not more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length carrying more than 49 passengers, and on a vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length, the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 189 liters (50 gallons) per minute at a pressure of not less than 414 kPa (60 psi) at the pump outlet. Fire pump outlet pressure was 50 psi. 46CFR181.300(b)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 14 April 2026
Resolution: Received video of fire pump fully operational.

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

Issued 18 March 2025 Resolved

Each ring life buoy on a vessel must: Be approved in accordance with § 160.050 in subchapter Q of this chapter, and be in good serviceable condition. The life buoy on the starboard side upper deck is wasted and shall be replaced.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 April 2025
Resolved 27 March 2025
Resolution: Received, reviewed, and accepted photo of new life buoy.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Buoyant apparatus

Issued 5 March 2024 Resolved

11127 - Each life float must have Type II retro-reflective material meeting subpart 164.018 of this chapter on each side and end. The retro-reflective tape on the forward top life float needs to be replaced. 46 CFR 180.200(a)(2) 46 CFR 160.027-2 46 CFR 160.010(p)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 26 March 2024
Resolution: Received photographic evidence the retro was replaced.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Buoyant apparatus

Issued 5 March 2024 Resolved

11127 - A substantial nameplate must be permanently attached to each buoyant apparatus. The nameplate must contain the name of the manufacturer, lot designation or serial number, approval number, dimensions, and number of persons capacity. Space must be provided for the date, and the identification of the independent laboratory. The name plate was not visible on 3 of the 4 life floats. 46 CFR 180.200(a)(2) 46 CFR 160.010-8(a)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 26 March 2024
Resolution: Received photographic evidence of the name plates.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation

Issued 14 March 2023 Resolved

07109 - A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must: automatically shut down all power ventilation systems and all engines that draw intake air from within the protected space. The pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system does not automatically shut down the generator. 701c 46 CFR 181.420(a)(3)

Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 15 March 2023
Resolution: Technician who serviced pre-installed system re-attended vessel. Video was provided to inspector showing generator shutdown satisfactorily.

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

Issued 14 March 2023 Resolved

11117 - Ring life buoys shall be free from any defects materially affecting their appearance or serviceability. The ring life buoys on the forward bow and upper level starboard side were missing plugs. 16c 46 CFR 180.70(b)(1) 46 CFR 160.050-4(f)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 18 October 2023
Resolution: Recieved photos from the operator that showed brand new life ring was put into service on subject vessel. See attached photos in the deficiency documents tab. Photo clearly showed proper markings.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Buoyant apparatus

Issued 14 March 2023 Resolved

11127 - The name of the vessel must be marked or painted in clearly legible letters on each life float paddle. The name had faded off multiple life float paddles. 16c 46 CFR 185.604(g)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 15 March 2023
Resolution: Received photographic evidence that manufacturers paint and required retro was applied to return life float to satisfactory condition.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Buoyant apparatus

Issued 14 March 2023 Resolved

11127 - Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be in serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced. Retro-reflective tape was deteriorated in numerous places on the life floats. Additionally, both aft life floats had damage that needs to be repaired. 16c 46 CFR 176.808(b)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 15 March 2023
Resolution: Received evidence via text showing retro was replaced on the life float.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts

Issued 10 March 2020 Resolved

The floating waterlight of the life float must be attached around the body of the life float or buoyant apparatus by a 3/8 in. lanyard, resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light, & at least 18 ft. Deficiency: All 4 waterlight lanyards for vsl's life floats were only approx 4 ft in length. Replace all lanyards to meet minimum requirement.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 March 2020
Resolved 11 March 2020
Resolution: Inspected 4 waterlight lanyards for vessel's life floats and they all met the 18 ft requirement, all sat.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes

Issued 10 March 2020 Resolved

On a vessel of not more than 65 ft in length carrying more than 49 passengers, the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 50 gal/ min at a pressure of not less than 60 psi at the pump outlet. The pump outlet must be fitted with a pressure gauge. Deficiency: During inspection, the pressure for vessel's fire pump only came up to 46 psi. Provide repair proposal to address & meet the minimum psi requirement for vessel's fire pump.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 24 March 2020
Resolved 9 April 2020
Resolution: Vessel representative provided proof (from manufacturer) stating that the fire pump meets the 50 gallons/min requirement as per regulations (see Special Notes and Documents). All sat.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of liferafts

Issued 10 March 2020 Resolved

Life floats must not be stowed in tiers more than 4 ft high. When stowed in tiers, the separate units must be kept apart by spacers. Deficiency: The forward life floats (forward) were stacked & did not have any spacers.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 10 March 2020
Resolved 11 March 2020
Resolution: Inspected the spacers for the stacked life floats, all sat.

10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)

Issued 8 August 2018 Resolved

Vsl is broadcasting: No static draft information.

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 8 September 2018
Resolved 17 October 2018
Resolution: Vessel met all requirements for AIS broadcasting.

Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable

Issued 17 March 2016 Resolved

Repair or replace weathered/cracked/damaged lifefloat or provide proof of adequate ability to maintain proper buoyancy

Due 24 March 2016
Resolved 28 March 2016
Resolution: Verified via electronic photograph that they purchased a new approved life float to replace damaged one onboard

Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture

Issued 17 March 2016 Resolved

Repair or replace inoperable light bulb in emergency lighting in starboard side engine room

Due 31 March 2016
Resolved 17 March 2016
Resolution: Corrected prior to our departure from the facility, light was switched into the off position

Casualty record · 1

11 June 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3245378

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.