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SAM B

SAM B is a 2007 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 32 inspections since 2001, most recently in March 2026, along with 8 deficiencies and 7 casualty investigations between 2011 and 2019.

Records from 2001 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 26 March 2026.

Built
2007
Last inspected
26 March 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation 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 26 March 2026
…with no type recorded13
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 17 calendar years (2001–2026)
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

WDD5741
868555
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-868555

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)80.0 ft × 35.9 ft × 11.1 ft
Registered tonnagegross 151 / net 73
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)80.0 ft × 35.9 ft × 11.1 ft
ITC tonnagegross 282 / net 84
BuilderCHIASSON WELDING SERVICE · LAROSE, LA, UNITED STATES · built 2007
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portFAIRBANKS, AK
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 4 September 2025 · expires 30 September 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 it151 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
282 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
73 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
84 - 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 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, 1980 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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Inspected as a tow unit · 1

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.

LA B Freight Barge · MISLE 868557 · 13 July 2020 · activity 7012716LA B Freight Barge · MISLE 868557 · 23 October 2019 · activity 6903555LA B Freight Barge · MISLE 868557 · 30 September 2019 · activity 6825936LA B Freight Barge · MISLE 868557 · 2 June 2016 · activity 5896613LA B Freight Barge · MISLE 868557 · 22 July 2013 · activity 4663224

Inspection history · 32

26 March 2026 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Detached Duty Office Seward · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 8332668
18 March 2025 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 8093575
9 April 2024 COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7890719
4 May 2023 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Columbia River · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7680956
1 February 2023 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Portland OR · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7630467
4 April 2022 Administrative Inspection · MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7433560
23 August 2021 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Homer · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7294779
22 April 2021 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7179470
22 September 2020 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7063162
13 July 2020 Explosive Handling Operation-Administrative · Explosive Handling Operation-Commercial
Physical examination · Detached Duty Office Seward · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7012716
20 April 2020 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Detached Duty Office Seward · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6971658
4 February 2020 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Detached Duty Office Seward · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6902795
23 October 2019 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6903555
30 September 2019 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6825936
13 August 2019 Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Detached Duty Office Seward · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6782653
26 July 2019 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6795655
14 June 2019 Initial Certification · COI Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6713441
3 October 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6554372
12 August 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6506214
6 August 2018 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 6506103
9 April 2018 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6389182
2 June 2016 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 5896613
7 May 2015 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5119806
6 October 2013 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4731984
22 July 2013 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4663224
27 June 2012 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4358352
9 May 2012 Administration
Administrative · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4779875
12 August 2011 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC MUSTANG (WPB 1310) · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4140448
19 May 2011 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 4032045
29 June 2009 MARPOL · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 3602361
26 September 2008 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Dutch Harbor · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 3333367
1 February 2001 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Western Alaska and U.S. Arctic · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4112580

Deficiency record · 8

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Load Lines (including Exemption)
Issued 9 April 2024 Resolved
Vessels described in Table 136.250 of this section that operate on the Great Lakes or outside the Boundary Lines, as set forth in 46 CFR part 7, are subject to load line requirements in subchapter E of this chapter. The official International load line Certificate (ILLC) has not been issued, obtain ILLC prior to operating outside the boundary line of Resurrection Bay as defined in 46 CFR 7.155. 46 CFR 136.250
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 12 April 2024
Resolution: RINA issued short term LL cert
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 9 April 2024 Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with a means to detect smoke in the berthing spaces and lounges that alerts individuals in those spaces. This may be accomplished by an installed detection system, or by using individual battery-operated detectors meeting UL 217. The mate's stateroom and crew stateroom did not have a installed detection system or individual smoke detectors, install smoke detectors in staterooms to satisfaction of marine inspector. 46 CFR 142.330(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 23 April 2024
Resolved 22 April 2024
Resolution: FireX UL rated smoke detectors were installed in both staterooms.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Other (crew and accommodation)
Issued 9 April 2024 Resolved
In each crew berthing areas and washing areas information on the procedures and resources to report crimes, including sexual assault and sexual harassment, must be adequately posted. These procedures and resources must include at a minimum the following information: 1. Company policies regarding sexual assault, sexual harassment, and drug and alcohol usage. 2. Telephone numbers, websites and email addresses for reporting allegations of sexual assault and sexual harassment to the Coast Guard. 3. Company procedures to report violations of company policy and how to access resources. 4. Resources provided by outside organizations such as sexual assault hotlines and counseling. Provide a copy of informational bulletins addressing policies and procedures and post in crew staterooms satisfaction of attending Marine Inspector. 46 U.S.C. § 11101
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 May 2024
Resolved 22 April 2024
Resolution: Sexual assault and sexual harassment signage posted in crew staterooms.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Other (crew and accommodation)
Issued 9 April 2024 Resolved
The owner of a vessel subject to inspection under section 3301 shall ensure such vessel is equipped with a vessel master key control system, manual or electronic, which provides controlled access to all copies of the vessel's master key of which access shall only be available to an established list of crew, by position, allowed to access and use the master key. This list must be maintained onboard the vessel. Additionally, a log book must be maintained with records of access and use of the mater key and shall include the following information at a minimum; date and time of access, room or location accessed, and name and rank of crew member using the master key. Provide a plan for a master key control system and record keeping procedures on board the vessel to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 USC 3106
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 May 2024
Resolved 22 April 2024
Resolution: A master key log has been established with list of authorized users.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 22 April 2021 Resolved
All non-recreational vessels equipped with ballast tanks operating in the waters of the United States must maintain a ballast water management (BWM) plan that has been developed specifically for the vessel and that will allow those responsible for the plan's implementation to understand and follow the vessel's BWM strategy and comply with the requirements of Subpart D of 33 CFR 151. Vessel does not have a BWM plan that meets all the requirements of 33 CFR 151.2050(g)(1) through (7).
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 May 2021
Resolved 19 May 2021
Resolution: Received email of vessels ballast water management plan.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 22 April 2021 Resolved
A towing vessel of at least 26 feet, but less than 79 feet, in length must carry a minimum of two lifebuoys located on opposite sides of the vessel where personnel are normally present. Lifebuoys must be at least 610 millimeters (24 inches) in diameter. Several lifebuoys have significantly deteriorated plugs, affecting the lifebuoys' buoyancy.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 May 2021
Resolved 19 May 2021
Resolution: Received photo of 2 new properly marked life bouys.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 22 April 2021 Resolved
The frame or support of any semi-portable fire extinguisher fitted with wheels must be welded or permanently attached to a steel bulkhead or deck to prevent it from rolling under heavy sea conditions. Semi-portable fire extinguisher not welded or permanently attached to bulkhead or deck.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 22 May 2021
Resolved 19 May 2021
Resolution: Recieved photo of semi-portable mounted using a metal bracket.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 13 August 2019 Resolved
Conduct satisfactory sea trials.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 August 2019
Resolution: Received email from master stating that sea trials were sat.

Casualty record · 7

19 May 2011Routine · role: Transiting Vicinity of Primary Subject · activity 4032045
22 July 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4663224
6 October 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 dead · activity 4731984
2 June 2016Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5896613
26 July 2019Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6795655
30 September 2019Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Investigation (non-casualty) · activity 6825936
23 October 2019Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6903555
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.