Records from 1993 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 3 September 2025.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)96.2 ft × 25.2 ft × 10.9 ft
Registered tonnagegross 147 / net 100
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGULFPORT SHPBLDG · PORT ARTHUR, TX, UNITED STATES · built 1957
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portFORDSON ISLAND, DETROIT, MI
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 6 January 2026 · expires 28 February 2027
Service, as the file records itTowing Vessel
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it147 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
100 - 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 September 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.
Inspection history · 18
3 September 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Thousand Islands · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8219752
7 October 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8015320
15 August 2024
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Detroit · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7981680
12 December 2023
Liferaft Servicing
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7838208
21 August 2023
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Detroit · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7773256
15 June 2023
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Detroit · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7703615
21 October 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7581698
30 June 2021
Deficiency Check · Initial Certification
Physical examination · Sector Detroit · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7242327
23 September 2016
Load Line
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6007898
4 September 2013
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 4705466
27 August 2013
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 4698808
5 August 2013
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 4675891
15 April 2013
Spot Check (Safety) · Hawser Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 4569328
1 August 2012
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 4543187
9 May 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 164816
6 April 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 58201
6 April 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 215486
4 April 1993
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO PORT ARTHUR · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 154894
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Manning specified by the minimum safe manning doc
Issued 15 August 2024
Resolved
The OCMI will determine the specific manning levels for vessels required to have certificates of inspection by part B of subtitle II of title 46 U.S.C. The masters or individuals in command of all vessels, whether required to be inspected under 46 U.S.C. 3301 or not, are responsible for properly manning vessels in accordance with the applicable laws, regulations, and international conventions. Vessel not currently manned in accordance with COI, absent credentialed Able Seaman AB (01) and Ordinary Seaman OS (01). Provide manning in accordance with COI.
Additionally, provide plan to OCMI for acquiring credentialed AB and OS by 23AUG24.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 September 2024
Resolved 7 October 2024
Resolution: Vessel currently manned IAW the COI.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 15 June 2023
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards. Identified oil soaked lagging above main engine exhaust. Replace lagging.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2023
Resolved 3 July 2023
Resolution: Received photos confirming engine exhaust lagging was removed, thoroughly cleaned, and reinstalled.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 15 June 2023
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be maintained and operated so as to minimize fire hazards and to ensure the following: Storage areas are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials insofar as practicable. Paints, coatings, or other flammable or combustible products onboard a towing vessel must be stored in a designated storage room or cabinet when not in use. Flammable materials found in locker in machinery space. Remove materials from machinery space immediately and store away from other hazards. Place in approved locker/storage room once provided.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2023
Resolved 21 August 2023
Resolution: Vessel operator provided attestation flammable materials will not be stored on vessel; all flammable/combustible liquids removed. Received receipts for machinery space maintenance supplies, ex. brake cleaner, with non-flammable/combustible rating.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 15 June 2023
Resolved
Pressure vessels over 5 Cubic feet must be equipped with a relief valve to prevent the pressure from exceeding the MAWP. MAWP is 150, Replace both starboard pressure vessels with the correct pressure relief valves.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2023
Resolved 3 July 2023
Resolution: Received photos confirming correct pressure relief valves installed and set to 150 MAWP.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 15 June 2023
Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures and fire and shock hazards. Electrical panel in the galley was missing breaker. Replace with a blank when not in use.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 June 2023
Resolved 29 June 2023
Resolution: Received pictures indicating panel breaker was suitably shielded.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 15 June 2023
Resolved
he owner or managing operator must implement a health and safety plan. The health and safety plan must document compliance with this part and include recordkeeping procedures. (b) The owner, managing operator, or master must ensure that all persons on board a towing vessel comply with the health and safety plan. Crewmember training required by this section must be conducted as soon as practicable, but not later than 5 days after employment. (d) Refresher training must be repeated annually and may be conducted over time in modules covering specific topics. Refresher training may be less comprehensive, provided that the information
provided that the information presented is sufficient to
provide employees with continued understanding of
workplace hazards. The refresher training of persons
subject to this subpart must include the information and
and training prescribed in this section. Provide plan
onboard. Train all crew initially and annually and document appropriately. Submit training records to USCG Marine Inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 June 2023
Resolved 29 June 2023
Resolution: Verified HSE plan present onboard and crew received training.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Immersion suits
Issued 21 October 2022
Resolved
The vessel is authorized to take up to eight persons on board but only has seven immersions suits. Limit POB to (7) until replacement immersion suit is secured on board.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 November 2022
Resolved 25 October 2022
Resolution: Vessel provided receipt for one immersion suit from Samsel Supply Co. in Cleveland
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications
Issued 21 October 2022
Resolved
The vessel's name is not displayed on the port and straboard bow as required. Post name as required.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 20 November 2022
Resolved 15 June 2023
Resolution: Vessel name display replaced and installed.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 21 October 2022
Resolved
A towing vessel... choosing the Coast Guard inspection option, must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after the COI anniversary date. Vessel has exceeded 3 months from COI anniversary date.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 21 October 2022
Resolved 21 October 2022
Resolution: Satisfactory Annual inspection completed on this date.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 7 July 2021
Resolved
Vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver shall exhibit: Three all-round lights in a vertical line where they can best be seen. The highest and lowest of these lights shall be red and the middle light shall be white. Vessel does not have restricted maneuverability lights installed. Install lights by next annual inspection.
Cite: 33 CFR 83.27
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 September 2022
Resolved 21 October 2022
Resolution: Navigational light configuration for Restricted Maneuverability is in place and functional. The deficiency is removed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 7 July 2021
No resolution recorded
Where practicable each space where crew must have at least two means of escape. Arrangements on existing vessel may be retained if it is impracticable or unreasonable to provide two means. Engine room berthing spaces currently has only one means of escape. Installation of an secondary means of escape to be determined at/during vessel's next dry dock.
Cite: 46 CFR 144.500
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 5 August 2026 — due date passed with no resolution recorded