Records from 1994 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 12 March 2026.
Documentation record
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 shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
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 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 · 29
12 March 2026
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8312862
16 May 2025
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8130907
25 July 2024
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7966466
10 April 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7890124
29 March 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7659633
1 December 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7360207
25 May 2021
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Commandant (CG-CVC) · Activity 7206224
5 June 2019
Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6705875
14 September 2011
Industry Initiated Exam · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Paducah · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4145274
27 April 2005
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2347763
10 August 2000
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 281019
20 August 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 758546
17 July 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 204190
17 July 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 431979
13 May 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 753608
7 May 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 753607
3 May 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 204189
20 April 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 204191
20 April 1999
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 428742
17 December 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 423784
17 December 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 758358
16 December 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 204192
7 October 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 48608
7 October 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 77916
5 March 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 705581
26 February 1998
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 75917
1 October 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 412827
19 December 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO ST LOUIS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 188822
14 February 1994
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO LOUISVILLE · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 84164
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 March 2026
Resolved
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 2025
Resolved
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 2025
Resolved
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 2025
Resolved
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 2025
Resolved
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 2024
Resolved
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.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
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 1998
Resolved
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 1998
Resolved
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 1998
Resolved
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.