Records from 1992 to 2026. Most recent: casualty investigation, 4 July 2026.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)108.7 ft × 26.5 ft × 15.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 198 / net 135
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)108.7 ft × 26.5 ft × 15.3 ft
ITC tonnagegross 268 / net 80
BuilderSAN DIEGO MARINE CONSTRUC · SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES · built 1965
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portLAROSE, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 18 August 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 it198 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
268 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
135 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
80 - Convention (Subpart B), 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 · 30
13 November 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8268247
11 November 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8266969
11 November 2025
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8268107
5 June 2025
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8166398
7 December 2023
MTSA/ISPS Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7833470
4 December 2023
TPO Audit
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7890164
13 December 2022
MTSA/ISPS Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7608350
18 November 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7596810
11 October 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7080130
11 August 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6826726
10 December 2018
Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6594928
3 March 2017
MTSA/ISPS Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6098370
14 June 2013
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4620335
31 December 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4509379
7 January 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4262389
2 November 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4194064
5 November 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3888061
10 November 2009
Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA/ISPS Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3631971
23 July 2008
Administrative Inspection · MTSA/ISPS Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3276635
15 July 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3268584
28 June 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Morgan City · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 3252584
22 August 2006
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2755861
10 January 2005
Security Plan Amendment Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2272031
20 July 2004
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2150330
20 July 2004
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Houma · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2318788
1 December 2003
Security Plan Review - VSP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1968463
17 October 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 23978
17 October 1996
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 228944
20 March 1995
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MIAMI · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 156274
27 June 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 175538
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency towing arrangements and procedures
Issued 11 November 2025
Resolved
A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford protection against hazards to life, property, and the environment. Provide a tow plan for standard and emergency transfer procedures of the barge. 46 CFR 140.205(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 11 November 2025
Resolution: Received tow plan.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency towing arrangements and procedures
Issued 11 November 2025
Resolved
A vessel must be operated in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and in such a manner as to afford protection against hazards to life, property, and the environment. Provide a standard and emergency tow plan for the LADY ORA and the barge into the Port of Jacksonville. 46 CFR 140.205(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 11 November 2025
Resolution: Received tow plan.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 11 November 2025
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel under normal and emergency conditions. Make repairs to the satisfaction of ABS and USCG. 46 CFR 143.205(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: received class report.