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DONALD J. SARTER

Built
1964
Last inspected
21 January 2026
Documentation
Valid · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

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.

Inspection record

Last inspected 21 January 2026
…with no type recorded3
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 15 calendar years (2002–2026)
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

6504838
WDB5304
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-84819

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)87.6 ft × 29.6 ft × 11.2 ft
Registered tonnagegross 148 / net 100
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderMAIN IRON WORKS INC · HOUMA, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1964
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portWILMINGTON, DE
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un, reg
DocumentationValid · issued 2 July 2026 · expires 31 August 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 it148 - 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 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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Behind this panel: 27 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 57 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each; operational controls, none recorded without a removal date; 6 other vessels inspected with it; 1 other recorded name; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port and endorsements. Every line is a record the Coast Guard wrote; the counts above are the same counts as in the summary, and they are free.

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Every recorded inspection, 1972 to 2026, 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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Inspected as a tow unit · 6

Inspection history · 27

21 January 2026 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8300422
28 January 2025 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 8069012
1 February 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7885247
5 December 2023 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7834692
6 June 2023 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cleveland · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7704263
15 April 2023 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7674759
12 July 2022 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7504431
15 February 2022 Liferaft Servicing
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Chicago · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7396918
19 October 2021 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7336403
2 December 2020 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7105300
5 November 2020 Administrative Inspection · Load Line/Change of Employment
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7103451
23 October 2020 Administrative Inspection · Load Line/Change of Employment
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7086969
4 September 2020 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 7079371
5 June 2020 COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Sturgeon Bay · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6970940
12 May 2020 Load Line/Change of Employment · Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6952200
20 June 2019 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6720395
5 June 2019 Administrative Inspection · Initial Certification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6705487
25 May 2018 Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6436939
4 May 2018 Liferaft Servicing
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Chicago · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6562405
30 March 2017 Load Line
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6114587
23 September 2016 Load Line
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 6007902
5 June 2016 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Northern Great Lakes · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 5897973
29 January 2015 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Duluth · USCG Great Lakes District (CGD-GL) · Activity 5061664
23 January 2013 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4523870
29 December 2011 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4215732
9 December 2011 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4207064
17 November 2002 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Victoria · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1708509

Deficiency record · 57

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 21 January 2026 Resolved
Excessive oil accumulation in engine room.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 February 2026
Resolved 30 January 2026
Resolution: Verified 2 gallons of oily water mixture had been removed from bilge.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 21 January 2026 Resolved
No proof of DAPI enrollment present.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 February 2026
Resolved 2 March 2026
Resolution: Vessel operator sent evidence of completed DAPI audit by District Great Lakes.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Immersion suits
Issued 21 January 2026 Resolved
Light on one immersion suit was not working.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 21 January 2026
Resolved 21 January 2026
Resolution: Crew member was able to replace light with a working light.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › General alarm
Issued 5 February 2025 Resolved
Each vessel has installed, in the engine room where background noise makes a general alarm hard to hear, a supplemental flashing red light. During dark ship test, GA did not operate in the ER. Conduct necessary repairs.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 26 February 2025
Resolution: [name withheld] attended this vessel and witnessed satisfactory operation of GA in engine room.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 5 February 2025 Resolved
Emergency lighting must be provided for all internal crew working and living areas. E-lighting was missing in some internal crew and working spaces (bunk rooms and MSD space). Add required lighting.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 26 February 2025
Resolution: [name withheld] attended this vessel and witnessed installation of phosphescent exit signage.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons on board under normal and emergency conditions. Hydraulic steering hoses on the aft deck have wasted and began leaking oil on to the aft deck. Renew hydraulic hoses and conduct steering test.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: Hoses renewed, test conducted; all sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid into the machinery space. STBD ME is excessively leaking oil. Conduct necessary repairs of engine.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: Gaskets renewed. All Sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
Paints, coatings, or other flammable or combustible products on board a towing vessel must be stored in a designated storage room or cabinet when not in use. Flammable liquid are stored on the 2nd deck. Place in adequate container or remove from vessel.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: Flammable liquid containers were removed from the vessel. All Sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
All bilges and void spaces are kept free from accumulation of combustible and flammable materials and liquids insofar as practicable. Remove the accumulation of oil from the bilge in the ER.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: Excessive Oil in ER bilge was removed. All Sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
Each towing vessel must perform the applicable tests in Table 143.245(b). Vessel needs to ensure the set point of the pressure relief valves twice every 5 years. Provide proof of accuracy setpoint.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: New gauges were installed. All Sat.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
As far as practicable, drills must take place on board the vessel. The company has been alternating vessel platforms when conducting the required drills. This has resulted in missing drills on the vessel. Conduct fire drill.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 5 February 2025
Resolution: Conducted underway Fire/MOB drill with vessel's crew. Instructed vessel to conduct a ship specific fire drill monthly and to record this and future drills. All Sat.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
Each U.S. flag vessel subject to this subpart must have an inspection of the required radiotelephone installation at least once every 48 months. Required certificates required by the FCC have incorrect vessel information. Renew with accurate information.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 4 February 2025
Resolution: Received updated FCC certificates, All sat.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 28 January 2025 Resolved
Each life raft must be arranged for float-free launching. The arrangement must ensure that the life raft, when released and inflated, is not dragged under by the sinking vessel. Painter line was attached to the vessel preventing float-free operations. Vessel's crew correctly attached the painter at the time of the inspection.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 28 January 2025
Resolution: Explained the operation of the HRU and why securing the painter to the vessel would result in the LR sinking with the vessel. Crew attached painter correctly and was advised to verify installation of LR on their other vessels.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 12 August 2022 Resolved
Vessel under new ownership. Company required to obtain a new Certificate of Documentation (COD) as required by 46 CFR 67.7
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 September 2022
Resolved 7 September 2022
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Several electrical breakers in engine room upper aft panel missing labels. Label all breakers per 46 CFR 143.400(d). To be corrected in 14 days.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 November 2021
Resolved 2 November 2021
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Light fixture in fwd lower compartment missing a light and glass globe. Install light bulb and glass globe per 46 CFR 143.400(a). Corrected and cleared prior to completing the examination.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 19 October 2021
Resolved 19 October 2021
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Official Log Book; noted several pages not all applicable blocks were checked prior to getting underway and Master’s not signing to validate log entries. Master’s to check all required blocks and sign to validate log entries as required by 46 CFR 140.905(b). To be corrected in 14 days.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 November 2021
Resolved 2 November 2021
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Immersion suits
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Observed all life Jacket lights were expired. Renew all expired life jacket lights as required by 46 CFR 141.340(g)(1). Three expired lights tested, all activated and flashed, allowed O/O 14 days to correct.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 November 2021
Resolved 2 November 2021
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Observed PA wires penetrating thru the exterior fwd main deck bulkhead. Properly terminated wires as required by 46 CFR 143.575(c). To be corrected in 14 days.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 November 2021
Resolved 2 November 2021
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Observed serval life ring buoys, missing portions of the retro reflective tape. Where missing, install approved retro-reflective tape as required by 46 CFR 164.018 and 46 CFR 141.340(f)(2). To be corrected in 14 days.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 November 2021
Resolved 7 January 2022
Resolution: Called Steve Ross and confirmed that [name withheld] attended the vessel to inspect new retro on the liferings.//s// [name withheld]
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Life raft, observed painter missing required shackle as required by 46 CFR 141.310. Corrected and cleared prior to completing the examination.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 19 October 2021
Resolved 19 October 2021
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Observed old incorrect registration label on vessel EPIRB. Confirmed correct EPIRB registration onboard. Suspect new decal misplaced or lost. Vessel limited to 3 NM from shore, until confirmed as required by 46 CFR 141.380(c). CG MI to confirm registration.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 October 2021
Resolved 20 October 2021
Resolution: Verified vessels current beacon registration on NOAA.gov website.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Unable to confirm log entries for all radio calls. Log all radio calls as required by 46 CFR 140.720 and 47 CFR Part 80. Radio calls maybe logged in the vessels official logbook. Master corrected, for underway voyage, cleared prior to completing the examination.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 19 October 2021
Resolved 19 October 2021
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 19 October 2021 Resolved
Observed exterior bell undersized, 7.9 inches. Install 11.8 inch bell as required by 33 CFR 86.23.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 19 November 2021
Resolved 2 November 2021
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Draft Marks not painted contrasting color. Paint Draft Marks Contrasting Color per 46 CFR 144.160
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Observed several watertight door gaskets were loose, with several small sections of gasket material missing. Renew or secure where loose and or missing.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Observed several port light water tight covers were removed. Reinstall port light covers where missing
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Observed open holes in several electrical junction boxes in the engine room overhead. Seal all open holes.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (working space ILO)
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Engine room emergency exit, not properly mark. Label engine room emergency escape hatch.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Blankets missing on both main engine turbo charges. Surfaces above require additional protection. Install turbo blankets
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Unable to locate the MAWP of all three-engine room air receivers. Company reps shall research and provide to CG MI
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Observed several four-foot lighting fixtures in the engine room missing exterior covers. Where missing install covers
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Observed exterior port light glass broken in masters head. Renew the broken port light glass
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Provide documentation reflecting the area of the upper engine room fiddly. CGMI need to investigate if engine room requires a fixed firefighting suppressant system or if a portable B-V is adequate per sub M. Reviewed not required per 46 CFR 142.315(3)(i), vessels ER fitted with one B-V semi-portable fire-extinguishing system.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
Resolution: Reviewed & cleared as not required per 46 CFR 142.315(3)(i), vessels ER fitted with one B-V semi-portable fire-extinguishing system.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Unable to energize main fire pump from remote fire pump controller. Company shall investigate, make repairs and demonstrate proper operation.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 30 September 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
PFD stowage locker not label in the forward berthing area. Label pdf stowage locker.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 September 2020 Resolved
Observed several pfd’s missing lights and whistles. Install where missing.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 5 October 2020
Resolved 30 September 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 8 June 2020 Resolved
Vessel does not have a valid Certificate of Documentation (COD). Prior to engaging coast wise trade or operating in commercial capacity, owner/operator must possess a valid COD with the proper endorsement.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 27 August 2020
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Load Lines (including Exemption)
Issued 8 June 2020 Resolved
Vessel Gross Registered Tonnage is 186. Does not have a valid Load Line Certificate. Vessels over 79 feet and 150 Gross Registered Tons (GRT), operating on the Great Lakes must have a valid Load Line certificate. Prior to operating on the Great Lakes waters provide a valid Load Line certificate or provide supporting documentation vessel meets requirements of 46 CFR 45.11(b) or (c) or provide a valid tonnage certificate reflecting vessel was re-measured and is less than 150 GRT.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 25 March 2021
Resolution: ABS issued a new tonnage cert, vessel 148 GRT
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 8 June 2020 Resolved
Vessel does possess a Stability letter. Current owner/operator unable to provide supporting evidence of vessel history or satisfactory assessment of vessels stability characters reflecting vessels is designed to operate on an exposed route.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 8 July 2020
Resolved 21 February 2021
Resolution: MSC reviewed and issued a letter
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
Portable fire and semi portable extinguishers must be tested in accordance with the inspection, maintenance procedures and hydrostatic pressure test required NFPA. All portable and semi portable fire extinguishers are past due for inspection and servicing. Fire extinguishers are required to be inspected, tested and serviced IAW NFPA.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Fire extinguishers serviced by Summit Fire in Duluth, MN
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid. A fuel shut off valve for the fuel primary fuel filter is leaking. Valve shall be renewed or repaired.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Valve cleaned and repacked.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures, and shock and fire hazards. The electrical panel in the port aft of the engine room needs a blank installed where the panel front is open.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Panelboard blank installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
Electrical connections must be suitably installed to prevent them from coming loose through vibration or accidental contact. In the air controls space, mount the loose electrical junction box to suitable ship's structure.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Junction box mounted to a frame.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
All towing vessels must be operated in a manner that minimizes the risk of the down flooding and progressive flooding. The master must ensure that all hatches and openings of the designed to be watertight and weather-tight function properly. The engine room escape hatch does not open and close under hand force. Repair the two exterior deck hatches with broken backing bar mounts.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: All hatches satisfactorily repaired.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Steam pipes and pressure pipes
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
All pressure vessels must have the maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) indicated by stamp, name plate, or other means visible to the crew. The Speedaire air receiver in the engine room does not have the MAWP indicated. Provide specifications documenting the MAWP and mark the MAWP on the air receiver.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Air receiver hydrostatically tested by Summit Fire.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Medical certificate
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 5 June 2019
Resolved 7 August 2019
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Radar
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
Each towing vessel must be provided with a marine radar meeting FCC 47 CFR Part 80 and RTCM Standard for Marine Radar Equipment. The main radar display is not providing 360 degree feedback. Prove proper operation of the radar and display.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Radar repaired and satisfactorily tested.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
Electrical systems and equipment must function properly and minimize system failures, and shock and fire hazards. The electrical junction box in the bridge stair well is missing the protective cover. Install a cover on the junction box.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Junction box cover installed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
At least two lifebuoys on a towing vessel greater than 26 feet must be equipped with a floating electric water-light approved under approval series 46 CFR 161.010 or 160.110. Install a water-light on two lifebuoys.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Floating waterlights installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
Electrical conductors passing through watertight bulkheads must be installed so that the bulkhead remains watertight. Remove the dead-ended wiring passing through the forward bulkhead and properly plug the hole.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Wiring removed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
All fire hoses must be inspected for excessive wear, and subjected to a test pressure equivalent to the maximum service pressure. All fire hoses which are defective and incapable of repair must be destroyed. Renew the leaking fire hoses on the vessel.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: New fire hoses installed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Immersion suits
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
All life saving equipment must be tested and maintained in accordance with the minimum requirements of 46 CFR 199.190 of this chapter. Immersion suits have not been maintained IAW with manufacturers requirements. Complete maintenance of immersion suits as required by the manufacturer or remove the suits from service.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Immersion suits were removed from the vessel.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
The master of a towing vessel must ensure that each crewmember participates in fire fighting drills and receives instruction at least once each month. Demonstrate compliance with drill and instruction requirements.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Emergency procedures were reviewed and found satisfactory.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
The towing vessel must carry a combination of 3 day and 3 night visual distress signals. The visual distress signals are expired. New visual distress signals are required to be on board the vessel.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: New flares were provided.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
No later than July 22, 2019, the 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.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 22 August 2019
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Ropes and wires
Issued 5 June 2019 Resolved
A towing vessel subject to this section must maintain a towing vessel record that includes a chronological record of events as required by 46 CFR 140.915. The owner or managing operator must establish and maintain a towing vessel record.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 July 2019
Resolved 25 July 2019
Resolution: Towing vessel record logbook reviewed and found satisfactory if written portion is used to document additional required entries.

Recorded names · 1

HORACE (2002–2013). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.

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.