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 Towing Vessel class in Maury's sources begin in 1980.
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A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a
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Registered dimensions (L × B × D)52.0 ft × 20.0 ft × 5.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 61 / net 41
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderHUMBOLDT BOAT SERVICE · ST LOUIS, MI, UNITED STATES · built 1964
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portCAVE-IN-ROCK, IL
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 13 October 2025 · expires 31 October 2026
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 it61 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton 41 - 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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Every recorded inspection, 1980 to
2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates
and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this
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The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same
inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or
unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear
here: these lists are a floor, not a complete manifest.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 March 2026Resolved
Alarm set points for alarma listed in 46 CFR 143.230 must be checked twice in 5 years, not to exceed 3 years. No documentation of alarm set points being checked. Provide documentation of alarm set points test, or demonstrate to attending MI.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 7 April 2026
Resolution: Uploaded objective evidence of alarm set poit test.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 16 May 2025Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Steering system oscillating aggressively. Starboard steering rudder post has excessive play between rudder post and bearing housing. Make repairs to the satisfaction of attending Cg Inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 June 2025
Resolved 13 August 2025
Resolution: Installed new rudder post and bearings. Test sat.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 16 May 2025Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Electrical installation in pilot house is using multiple surge protectors to provide power to permanently mounted equipment. also, the batteries for the house are being powered by a portable battery charger. Make repairs to the satisfaction of attending CG inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 June 2025
Resolved 1 July 2025
Resolution: Installed outlet.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 16 May 2025Resolved
A towing vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date charts. Vessel uses chart plotter to navigate. Chart ploter is out of date and no evidence of CG compliance. Provide up to date charts/chart plotter.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 June 2025
Resolved 1 July 2025
Resolution: New chart plotter installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 16 May 2025Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Both generators have missing or loose lagging on exhaust system. Make repairs to the satisfaction of attending CG inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 13 June 2025
Resolved 13 August 2025
Resolution: Installed lagging on both generator exhaust.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 10 April 2024Resolved
All machinery shall be maintained per 46 CFR 143.205. Port generator main seal has small leak. Make repairs next maintenance period. NLT 10JULY2024.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 10 July 2024
Resolved 25 July 2024
Resolution: Received objective evidence of repair to the generator main seal.
All owners and operators of an existing towing vessel must have a valid COI prior to the specified phase-in period. This vessel is one of the associated fleet that has not obtained a valid COI. The vessel shall be made available for a Coast Guard COI inspection within 90 days. If an inspection is not completed prior to this date, the action for this deficiency shall be changed to a 60 (Rectify deficiencies prior to movement) and the vessel may no long be permitted to operate.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 1 December 2021
Resolved 24 January 2022
Resolution: COI has been issued
Fire Fighting
Issued 17 December 1998Resolved
HAD 8 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ONBOARD. GUAGES INDICATE EXTINGUISHERS ARE GOOD. LAST INSPECTION CONDUCTED NOV 97 ON EXTINGUISHERS. REQUIRED ANNUALLY.
Condition: Unknown
Due 25 December 1998
Resolved 25 October 2002
Resolution: Cleared for administrative reasons.
Navigation
Issued 17 December 1998Resolved
VSL HAD 1996 LIGHT LIST ONBOARD NO CORRECTIONS SINCE ISSUE. VSL REQUIRED TOHAVE CURRENT CORRECTED LIGHT LIST ONBOARD.
Condition: Unknown
Due 18 January 1999
Resolved 25 October 2002
Resolution: Cleared for administrative reasons.
Navigation
Issued 17 December 1998Resolved
VSL MAST HEAD LIGHT AND WHISTLE SIGNAL LIGHT WERE INOPERATIVE.
Condition: Unknown
Due 18 January 1999
Resolved 25 October 2002
Resolution: Cleared for administrative reasons.
Ownership record
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