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CALIFORNIA SPIRIT
CALIFORNIA SPIRIT is a 2004 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 25 inspections since 2016, most recently in June 2026, along with 54 deficiencies and 2 casualty investigations in 2012.
Records from 2012 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 23 June 2026.
- Built
- 2004
- Last inspected
- 23 June 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
- 2 investigations · 2012
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
23 June 2026
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
1165270
8990500
WDC4041
730501
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-730501
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)137.8 ft × 37.0 ft × 13.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 99 / net 67
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)137.8 ft × 37.0 ft × 13.5 ft
ITC tonnagegross 816 / net 285
BuilderKEITH MARINE INC · PALATKA, FL, UNITED STATES · built 2004
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portHONOLULU, HI
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 27 January 2026 · expires 31 January 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 it816 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
99 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
285 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
67 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
99 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
285 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
67 - 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 · 25
23 June 2026
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8412146
22 April 2026
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8353992
27 January 2026
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8330398
14 May 2025
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8136238
21 November 2024
Bulk Liquid Transfer Monitor
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8038772
26 September 2024
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8010186
2 May 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7905515
18 September 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7838772
7 April 2023
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7667625
17 October 2022
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7581305
23 September 2022
Examination of Repairs · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7565264
21 April 2022
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7448678
12 March 2022
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7410637
22 September 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7317826
22 June 2020
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6984080
21 May 2020
Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6957015
4 May 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7014127
31 July 2019
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6766613
31 January 2019
Bulk Liquid Transfer Monitor
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6618282
26 July 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6485693
1 May 2018
Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6403141
1 August 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6227176
28 November 2016
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6048736
9 November 2016
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6038230
27 July 2016
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5954549
Deficiency record · 54
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 April 2026
Resolved
Dead end wiring in engine room, cap and secure.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 22 April 2026
Resolved
01 gate valve could not close, replace with operational valve.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
Spanner wrenches must be provided for each fire hydrant required by this regulation. Existing vessels must comply with this requirement by January 18, 2017. Numerous hydrant stations missing spanner wrench. Provide spanner wrenches at all fire hydrants.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
For portable fire extinguishers the owner or managing operator shall provide satisfactory evidence of the required servicing to the marine inspector. Portable CO2 extinguisher in bow thruster room not serviced in past year. Provide servicing on extinguisher.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
All cable and wire must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. Support for bow thruster cable not present. Fitting into controller box loose. Provide wire support and tighten fitting going into controller box.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
A hatch cover must have captive chains, or other devices of substantial strength to prevent its loss. Port side hatch missing captive chain. Provide chain.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
Each door, hatch, or scuttle, used as a means of escape, must be capable of being opened by one person, from either side, in both light and dark conditions. Engine room and freezer emergency exits could not be opened by one crew member from the interior. Make emergency exits operational from inside.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be located so that they are clearly visible and readily accessible from the space being protected. The installation and location must be to the satisfaction of the cognizant [name withheld] extinguisher in galley not mounted. Provide bracket for extinguisher and ensure it is mounted IAW fire control plan.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Ventilation (Working spaces)
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
Combustibles insulated from heated surfaces. Galley uptakes, and similar sources of ignition must be kept clear of and suitably insulated from combustible material. Grease in hood/uptake system. Clean grease from uptake system.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection, quarters, toilet and washing spaces, galleys, serving pantries, lockers, and similar spaces may be examined to determine that they are serviceable and in a sanitary condition. Galley was not sanitary. Provide sanitary galley.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Stowage and provision of Lifeboats
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
The number and identification of the items stowed inside, and their sizes, must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on each container for life jackets. Marking on bow for life jackets gone. Provide marking for life jacket storage.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
Multiple fire screen doors were found with carpet passing through the doorway. Provide a metal threshold for each fire screen door which currently has carpet passing through it.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
Both the lower deck and upper deck bars were found with electrical power strips providing power to high amperage coffee warmers. Provide dedicated electrical outlets with proper amperage rating for each bar coffee station.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
The lower deck bar dishwasher was found with an extensions cord providing power to the equipment. The extension cord had no ground prong and the hot/neutral plug prongs were found to be burned from excess heat. Provide dishwasher with a dedicated 20-amp circuit and 12 AWG sized boat cable for permanent wiring.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
The electrical outlet in the forward / stbd galley was found to be burned from excess heat. Replace outlet and verify wiring is serviceable.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 26 September 2024
Resolved
The electrical cable transit on the aft bulkhead of the stores compartment was not properly sealed. Provide cable transit with proper sealant.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 18 September 2023
Resolved
Bilge pump system found to be inoperable, ensure all check valves are working order, retest in the presence of marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 17 October 2022
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 2” high: EMERGENCY EXIT KEEP CLEAR.
Must mark all exits throughout vessel.
21OCT22 vsl requested and a 30 day ext was approved.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 17 October 2022
Resolved
A device must be provided to automatically shut down power ventilation serving the protected space and engines that draw intake air from the protected space prior to release of the extinguishing agent into the space.
The pressure switches for the Fixed CO2 system were taken apart for the vessels re power and not reinstalled after. The system would not shut down the main engines when tested.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 17 October 2022
Resolved
Each Lifeline on a ring buoy must have a breaking strength of at least 1124 pounds.
One life ring's lifeline was corroded to the point of failure and must be replaced.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 17 October 2022
Resolved
Each floating waterlight must be approved in accordance with 46CFR161.010. One of the water lights on board the vessel was inoperable due to a inoperable battery.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 17 October 2022
Resolved
Electrical dead-ended cables not properly terminated in the wheelhouse below the helm.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 17 October 2022
Resolved
Port Engine Display was inoperable due to re-power.
Demonstrate satisfactory operation of the Port Engine Display to include the RPM, jacket water discharge temperature and lubricating oil pressure.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 17 October 2022
Resolved
Fire extinguisher was missing from its bracket following dry dock period. Ensure all fire extinguishers are found and properly installed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 22 September 2021
Resolved
Adult life jacket count; 695. Missing additional 5.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 22 September 2021
Resolved
Portable fire extinguisher at STBD Aft quarter missed servicing date of SEPT 2021.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 September 2021
Resolved
Port and STBD MDE Start battery bank; need blocking to prevent shifting.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 22 September 2021
Resolved
Overhead light not working in steering gear room and galley cook area. Repair / replace.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 22 September 2021
Resolved
Void space below aft male & female head has 6 inches of standing water; remove water.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 22 September 2021
Resolved
Abundant amount of oily rags were discovered in the bilge of the engine room All rags must be removed from bilges to eliminate potential fire hazards.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 22 September 2021
Resolved
Hatch to bow thruster was not attached to frame or coaming. Re attach hatch cover to prevent its loss. Cite: 46 CFR 116.1160(b)(2).
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 22 September 2021
Resolved
Missing label on bilge manifold system. Replace label for proper valve and compartment identification.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 22 June 2020
Resolved
On the vessel transom, located port side. A shipboard light is installed and broken which will allow water into the lazeratte. Ensure bulkhead penetration is made watertight.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 22 June 2020
Resolved
Ensure Galley ventilation ducting is throughly cleaned and free from grease and oily residues that present a fire hazard.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 22 June 2020
Resolved
Properly adjust Machinery Space Watertight door to ensure proper fit and closure.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 22 June 2020
Resolved
Ensure all Watertight door closure indicators are operational.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 22 June 2020
Resolved
01 Portable Fire Extinguisher is missing from main deck.
Install the proper extinguisher IAW vessels Fire Control Plan.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 22 June 2020
Resolved
Ensure all CO2 storage cylinders are installed at least 2 inches of the deck.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 22 June 2020
Resolved
Ensure control stations for machinery are protected from unauthorized access and clearly marked restricted and indicate that unauthorized access to those controls constitutes a breach of security. Ensure VSP is updated accordingly.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 4 May 2020
Resolved
Due to circumstances arising as a result of COVID-19, the COI Inspection and Dry-Dock for the vessel, originally due on 05MAY2020, has been deferred for 90 days. The circumstances which necessitate this deferment are beyond the control of the Master. The vessel must complete the required renewal COI Inspection prior to 03AUG2020. If circumstances necessitating this deferment remain after this 90-day period, you must submit a request to extend this deferment. This deferral is only valid for the above-mentioned inspections. This CG-835V shall be maintained aboard the vessel until the required inspection has been completed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 31 July 2019
Resolved
Replace plastic waste receptacles with non-combustible type.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 31 July 2019
Resolved
Properly label lifejacket storage containers.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Damage control plan
Issued 31 July 2019
Resolved
Update Fire Control Plan to reflect safety equipment location and quantity.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 31 July 2019
Resolved
Replace 2 defective emergency lighting fixtures as identified.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 31 July 2019
Resolved
Repair 2 defective generator housing clips on port side generator.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 31 July 2019
Resolved
Provide first aid instructions.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of communication between safety centre and other control stations
Issued 31 July 2019
Resolved
Install phone extension directory in starboard side, aft call box.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 31 July 2019
Resolved
Repair defective fire door latch on aft, main deck fire door.
Engineering › Engine Controls (Electric/Electronic) › Software
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
Diagnose and repair improperly functioning port main diesel engine controls
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Man Overboard Recovery
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
Conduct MOB drill in presence of USCG
Fire Fighting › Structural - Main Vertical Zones › General
Issued 1 August 2017
Resolved
Provide noncombustible handrail in elevator
Fire Fighting › Combustible Materials › Primary Deck Coverings
Issued 27 July 2016
Resolved
Remove or stow E/R clutter properly
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Quantity
Issued 27 July 2016
Resolved
Provide 03 PFDs. Vessel reduced to 597 pax
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Service
Issued 27 July 2016
Resolved
Provide serviceable fire extiguisher for bow thruster room
Casualty record · 2
13 January 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 4235407
25 March 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4272146
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.