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ST JOHNS EXPLORER
ST JOHNS EXPLORER is a 1997 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 22 inspections since 2016, most recently in August 2026, along with 50 deficiencies and 3 operational controls.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 6 August 2026.
- Built
- 1997
- Last inspected
- 6 August 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 50 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- 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 Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.
Inspection record
Last inspected
6 August 2026
…with no type recorded1
Deficiencies
50 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 calendar years (2016–2026)
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
1197248
876678
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-876678
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)54.0 ft × 16.0 ft × 3.8 ft
Registered tonnagegross 56 / net 56
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSUSQUEHANNA SANTEE BTWKS INC · WILLOW STREET, PA, UNITED STATES · built 1997
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionGasoline Outboard
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationTwin Hull
Hailing portJACKSONVILLE, FL
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 3 June 2026 · expires 31 May 2027
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it56 - Simplified, Gross Ton
56 - Simplified, Net Ton
56 - Simplified, 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, 2016 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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Inspection history · 22
6 August 2026
Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8456442
18 November 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8268224
28 May 2024
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7921859
17 February 2023
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7672824
10 February 2023
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7647521
20 January 2023
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7624583
19 January 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7623795
17 February 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7397897
12 August 2021
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7281711
29 March 2021
Drydock Exam · Special Consideration · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7162519
19 May 2020
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6951599
26 August 2019
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6794882
18 March 2019
Drydock Exam · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6644497
26 November 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6586719
17 November 2018
Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6583201
17 August 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6514756
30 July 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6495249
22 June 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6452610
19 August 2017
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6254418
17 July 2017
In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6245194
22 March 2017
Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6108975
30 August 2016
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Jacksonville · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5987887
Deficiency record · 50
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 18 November 2025
Resolved
Electrical equipment and installations must be suitable for the roll, pitch, and vibration of the vessel underway. Observed a battery containment box was loose. Secure battery box to prevent movement.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 18 November 2025
Resolved
All electrical equipment and circuits must be clearly marked and identified. Observed breaker switches without labeling. Provide labeling to indicate connection source.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be located so that they are clearly visible and readily accessible from the space being protected. The installation and location must be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.
Fire extinguisher at operating station was not stowed in a bracket approved by the fire extinguisher manufacturer.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump by § 181.300 must have at least three 9.5 liter (2 1/2 gallon) buckets, with an attached lanyard satisfactory to the cognizant OCMI, placed so as to be easily available during an emergency.
One of three fire buckets was cracked.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
A durable placard must be posted next to all
radiotelephone installations with the emergency broadcast instructions and information, specific to the individual vessel.
The emergency broadcast placard was faded and unreadable.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
Placards containing instructions for the donning and use of the life jackets aboard the vessel must be posted in conspicuous places that are regularly accessible and visible to the crew and passengers.
No lifejacket donning placard was posted.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
Electrical equipment exposed to the weather must be watertight.
Electrical equipment exposed to corrosive environments must be of suitable construction and corrosion-resistant.
Extension cord was run from generator on aft deck, through an aft window, and along the port side, under the seats, to the port forward area inside the cabin. Extension cords cannot be used as permanent wiring.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Furnishings
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
Seats must be constructed to minimize possibility of injury and avoid trapping occupants.
The starboard aft seat in the center row of seating was not attached to the deck. Open from previous inspection
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date:(1) US COAST PILOT or similar publication (2) Coast guard Light list (3) Tide Tables, and (4)Current tables
Vessel did not have up-to-date Light List on board.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
The operator of each self-propelled vessel 12 meters or more in length shall carry, on board and maintain for ready reference, a copy of these rules.
Vessel did not have copy of Inland Navigation rules on board.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 28 June 2024
Resolved
Vessel must carry either first aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions.
First aid kit on board contained several expired products. Open from previous inspection
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 28 May 2024
Resolved
Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after each anniversary date.
Vessel missed the annual inspection window of 3 months before or after the anniversary date of 07FEB23 rendering its COI invalid. Vessel is required to complete a COI inspection prior to recertification.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
A vessel on a lakes, bays, and sounds, or rivers route must carry: (1) Three hand red flare distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.021 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant; and (2) Three hand orange smoke distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.037 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant. Found 03 orange hand and 01 red distress signals to be expired.
46 CFR 180.68 (b)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
A vessel must carry one floating waterlight, unless it is limited to daytime operation, in which case no floating waterlight is required. Current battery to floating waterlight was found expired.
46 CFR 180.70 (d)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. For equivalent kits, the contents must be stowed in a suitable, watertight container that is marked “First-Aid Kit”. A first-aid kit must be easily visible and readily available to the crew. Expired items in kit.
46 CFR 184.710
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be located so that they are clearly visible and readily accessible from the space being protected. The installation and location must be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Portable fire-extinguisher bracket not mounted securely.
46 CFR 181.520
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
The master and crew of a vessel will be familiar with the content of and have mounted at the operating station, emergency instructions containing the actions to be taken in the event of fire, heavy weather, or man overboard conditions. Emergency instructions not posted on vessel.
46 CFR 185.510 (a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: (b) Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock; (c) Minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts. Found dead-ended wires, hanging speed gauge, and lightening fixture with no cover in head.
46 CFR 183.200 (b)(c)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
Electrical equipment exposed to corrosive environments must be of suitable construction and corrosion-resistant. Batteries on aft deck did not have covers to prevent corrosion to terminals.
46 CFR 183.210 (c)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
Remote fuel shutoff stations must be marked in clearly legible letters at least 25 millimeters (1 inch) high indicating purpose of the valve and direction of operation. Marking was not adequately visible.
46 CFR 185.608
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Furnishings
Issued 6 February 2023
Resolved
A seat must be constructed to minimize the possibility of injury and avoid trapping occupants. Seats were not securely mounted to deck.
46 CFR 177.820 (b)
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 20 January 2023
Resolved
Each window, port hole, and its means of attachment to the hull or deck house, must be capable of withstanding the maximum load from wave and wind conditions expected due to its location on the vessel and the authorized route of the vessel. Cracked starboard window and some not able to fully open or close.
46 CFR 177.1020
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 26 August 2021
Resolved
OPERATOR SHALL BE PREPARED TO TEST THE STEERING SYSTEMS OF THE VESSEL FOR FIT FOR SERVICE. STEERING SYSTEM INOPERABLE. REPAIR STEERING SYSTEM.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 May 2020
Resolved
A vessel must carry one floating waterlight, must be approved IAW 46 CFR 161.010 in Subchapter Q. Replace broken water light holder.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Permanent means of access
Issued 19 May 2020
Resolved
Two required means of escape must be widely separated and at opposite ends. Fix foward dooor handle.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 19 May 2020
Resolved
A vessel must be fitted with gound tackle for the vessel to be safely anchored or moored. Installed mousing wire to shackle.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
A vessel of at least 5 net tons engaged in coastwise trade must have a valid certificate of documentation. No COD was onboard. Provide proof of COD.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
A vessel not required to have a fire pump must have three fire buckets. Repair/Replace fire buckets and handles.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be clearly visible and readily accessible. The port forward extinguisher is blocked by a table and cooler. Remove obstructions.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Sanitary Facilities
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
A vessel must have a marine sanitation device that complies with 33 CFR Part 159. The vessel's toilet was removed. Vessel is restricted to voyages of not more than 30 minutes away from the dock until the toilet is properly installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
Electrical equipment shall be maintained to provide necessary services. The wiring sleeve into the starboard outboard motor has come off. Reinstall wiring sleeve.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
Each vessel must have at least 2 portable battery lights. Only one light was onboard. Provide another light.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
Life jacket donning placards must be posted in conspicuous places that are places that are regularly accessible and visible. The donning placard is obstructed by the life ring buoy. Relocate the donning placard.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
The master and crew must be familiar with the content of the emergency instructions. The crew's actions did not match the man overboard instructions. Revise the instructions to reflect actual crew actions.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
Crew training shall be documented for review by the coast guard upon request. Logs are kept electronically. Provide a copy of ship's logs for review.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
The fuel tanks must be adequately supported and braced. The starboard fuel tank aft supports are fractured. Provide a repair proposal to fix the broken tank supports.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Furnishings
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
Seats must be constructed to minimize the possibility of injury. 7 of the centerline bench seats have broken/dilapidated seats. Repair/replace seat benches.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Furnishings
Issued 10 September 2019
Resolved
Seats used to determine passenger count must be secured to the deck or bulkhead. None of the interior seats are secured. One of the bow seats is unsecured. Permanently mount all seats to the deck and/or bulkhead no later than 09 November 2019.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 17 August 2018
Resolved
CLSN: Vsl is broadcasting Invalid Call Sign, AIS PLACEMENT NOT PROVIDED: incomplete dimension information (AIS Antenna Position “X” equals 0)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 30 July 2018
Resolved
Flexible hose must have a high resistance to saltwater, petroleum oils, and vibration. Both hydraulic hoses at outboards found cracked/worn.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 30 July 2018
Resolved
Electrical equipment must be installed and maintained to: protect passengers, crew, other persons and the vessel from electrical hazards. Multiple dead-end wires were found under operating station.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications
Issued 30 July 2018
Resolved
Vessel name must be marked on clearly visible exterior part of the bow. Vessel name is not marked on bow.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Equipment
Issued 28 August 2017
Resolved
No alcohol test strips onboard
Communications › Visual Communication › Signalling Lamp
Issued 28 August 2017
Resolved
Anchor light inoperative
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Resources and Personnel
Issued 28 August 2017
Resolved
EAP poster not posted
Fire Fighting › Fire Bucket › Lanyard
Issued 28 August 2017
Resolved
Fire buckets are missing lanyards
Communications › Audible Communications › Bell
Issued 28 August 2017
Resolved
Ship's bell is missing lanyard
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 6 September 2016
Resolved
Vessel's COD is expired. COD must be renewed and placed on board vessel.
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Service
Issued 6 September 2016
Resolved
Vessel's 04 portable fire extinguishers have not been serviced. All fire extinguishers must be serviced by approved organization.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards
Issued 6 September 2016
Resolved
One of the windows on the starboard side of the vessel was busted during the recent Hurricane. Remove all debris and fix window.
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.