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MISS HIL
MISS HIL is a 1966 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 29 inspections since 2001, most recently in March 2026, along with 42 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded — and 3 casualty investigations between 2001 and 2004.
Records from 2001 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 12 March 2026.
- Built
- 1966
- Last inspected
- 12 March 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 42 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 3 investigations · 2001–2004
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
12 March 2026
…with no type recorded8
Deficiencies
42 recorded · 1
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
14 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
504705
WDP7423
90268
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-90268
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)47.0 ft × 17.8 ft × 4.7 ft
Registered tonnagegross 46 / net 31
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGRIZAFFI MARINE REPAIRS · MORGAN CITY, UNITED STATES · built 1966
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portBATON ROUGE, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 4 August 2025 · expires 31 August 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 it31 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
46 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
46 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross 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 · 4
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.
ROBERT J. EYMARD Towing Vessel · MISLE 89155 · 22 February 2004 · activity 2011731JOSHUA Freight Barge · MISLE 452579 · 22 February 2004 · activity 2011731TETRA RIG 2 Industrial Vessel · MISLE 667866 · 22 February 2004 · activity 2011731M-1208 Freight Barge · MISLE 458039 · 20 November 2003 · activity 1973665Inspection history · 29
12 March 2026
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8325090
6 January 2026
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8290732
6 June 2025
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8151717
12 May 2025
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lake Charles · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8129485
28 April 2025
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8120115
18 March 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8097386
19 November 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8037121
20 August 2024
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7985394
13 August 2024
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7980354
31 July 2024
Administrative Inspection · MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7971693
25 July 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7966799
5 September 2023
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7785344
10 March 2023
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7649005
29 November 2022
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7601041
26 May 2021
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7207342
31 March 2020
Initial Certification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6933729
26 October 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6296053
10 July 2015
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5183214
14 June 2012
Industry Initiated Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 4343851
22 February 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2011731
19 February 2004
Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2008738
13 February 2004
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2006202
13 February 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 2006211
21 November 2003
Damage Survey
Physical examination · MIDET WEST DETAIL · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1952240
20 November 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1973665
15 August 2003
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1877028
20 December 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1747571
20 December 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1876183
28 October 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO MORGAN CITY · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1608088
Deficiency record · 42
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Echo sounder
Issued 12 May 2025
No resolution recorded
Towing vessels must be equipped with a fathometer (except Wester Rivers. Vessel is not equipped with a fathometer and is operating in the southern area of the Calcasieu River which is not part of the Western River definition for navigational equipment purposes. Install and prove proper operation of a fathometer the next time the vessel is drydocked (regardless of the reason).
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
A 40-B portable fire extinguisher must be located near the storage room or cabinet. This is in addition to the portable fire extinguishers required by 142.230. The onboard flammable storage locker did not have a 40-B portable extinguisher nearby. Provide, 40-B portable extinguisher to the satisfaction of CG marine inspector.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must: Be suitable for route and service. Starboard main engine missing 3 bolts attaching it to
the reduction gear. Renew missing bolts and tighten all to proper torque.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must: Be suitable for route and service. Port main engine missing bolts to reduction gear upper inspection port causing cover to contact and wear on Vulcan coupling. Renew missing bolts and tighten all to proper torque.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Propulsion machinery, including main engines, reduction gears, shafting, bearings, and electrical equipment and systems, must: Be maintained to ensure proper operation. Both port and starboard shaft packing is leaking excessively. Tighten shaft packing to reduce water intrusion.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Electrical connections must be suitably installed to prevent them from coming loose through vibration or accidental contact. Starboard engine shaft tachometer wiring not properly installed. Reconnect wiring using proper connections.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Electrical equipment and electrical cables must be suitably protected from wet and corrosive environments. Both shaft bilge pumps and washing machine are plugged into a power strip hanging from an outlet. The wiring for the bilge pumps is 120volts and running through bilge underwater. Remove power strip and route bilge pump wiring to junction box and out of water.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Each exhaust pipe from an internal combustion engine which is within reach of personnel must be insulated or otherwise guarded to prevent burns. Exhaust lagging missing on all engines due to expansion joint replacement. Replace missing sections of exhaust lagging to cover all reachable hot surfaces to include exhaust piping and generator manifolds
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Electrical components that pose an electrical hazard must be in an enclosure. Battery box for port generator is unsecured and battery can shift. Secure battery box, secure battery in battery box with wedges, straps, etc. to keep from moving.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of communication between safety centre and other control stations
Issued 12 May 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be fitted with a general alarm that is capable of notifying person in any accommodatio, work space and the engine room. In addition, due to the noise level of the engine room as a supplemental flashing red light that is identified with a sign that reads "general alarm - when alarm sounds or flashes go to your station". No GA is installed in accommodation and no light is installed in ER. Install as required.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 9 August 2024
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. MI observed the bilge pump forward in the engine room was not properly
hardwired in.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 9 August 2024
Resolved
Emergency lighting must be provided for all internal
crew working and living areas. MI observed no emergency
lighting in the berthing areas.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 9 August 2024
Resolved
Closure devices must be provided for deckhouses or hull penetrations, which open to the exterior of the vessel and which may allow water to enter the vessel. The aft engine room door & combing has some wastage. Repair door & combing at the next scheduled dry dock.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
Machinery must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation and safety of persons onboard. Repair fuel leak on port generator.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
All portable fire extinguishers and semi-portable fire extinguishers must be inspected or tested at least once every 12 months. Complete annual servicing on all portable and semi-portable extinguishers prior to movement.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
The master must ensure that all hatches, doors, and other openings designed to be watertight or weather-tight function properly. Install means to secure hatch for aft void in the closed position and replace gasket on same hatch.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet must have the Maximum Allowable Working Pressure (MAWP) indicated by a stamp or nameplate. Forward air compressor receiver was missing nameplate and had no indication of pressure vessel’s MAWP. Provide MAWP for receiver.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
A towing vessel of 25 feet or more in length and more than 600 horsepower, engaged in commercial service must have on board a properly installed, operational Coast Guard type-approved AIS. Fix AIS in wheel house so that it is operating properly.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
Each towing vessel must be equipped with an industrial type first aid cabinet or kit, appropriate to the size of the crew and operating conditions. Replace multiple expired items in first aid cabinet to the satisfaction of USCG Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Evaluation of crew performance (fire drills)
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
The master of a towing vessel must ensure that each crew member participates in fire fighting drills at least once a month. Ensure drills are completed monthly.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
Alarm set points must be tested twice every five years, with no more than 3 years elapsing between tests. Alarm set points have not been tested since 2020. Ensure alarm set points are tested and ensure record of tests is kept with vessel records.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 5 September 2023
Resolved
Each towing vessel must have a reliable means to provide notification of high bilge levels. High bilge level alarm was missing from forward hold. Install high bilge level alarm at next dry dock.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 1 December 2022
Resolved
Fire detection systems must be inspected every 12 months. Service installed fire detection system.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 1 December 2022
Resolved
Stations in maritime service must be licensed by the FCC. Renew FCC station license.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 1 December 2022
Resolved
Vessel must be equipped with sound signals in accordance with 33 CFR 84. Repair or replace ship's whistle.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 1 December 2022
Resolved
One portable battery light must be located in the wheelhouse. Install portable light in wheelhouse.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 1 December 2022
Resolved
Machinery and electrical systems must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of the persons onboard. Starboard generator has two fuel hoses connected to the filter housing that are not factory assembled, using non-industrial connection-end fittings, and are in inadequate condition. Replace hoses with new, factory assembled and industrial grade fuel hoses to prevent potential fuel leaks.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 1 December 2022
Resolved
All seals and gaskets must be properly maintained to prevent leaks of flammable or combustible liquid. Port main engine is leaking oil aft and inboard, near gear train and starboard main engine is leaking oil outboard from manifold. Oil leaks are leaking at rate of approximately 1-2 drops per second. Repair oil leaks on both engines.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 29 November 2022
Resolved
A towing vessel subject to Subchapter M must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after the COI anniversary date. Vessel missed its annual inspection, which was due no later than 31 AUG 2022 and conducted towing operations on 28 NOV 2022 without having completed an annual inspection. Complete annual inspection before further vessel operation.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
Machinery must be designed and maintained to provide for safe operation and safety of persons onboard. Repair oil leak on port generator.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
Machinery must be designed and maintained to provide safe operation and safety of persons onboard. Repair exhaust lagging on both generators.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
All bilges and void spaces must be kept free of combustible and flammable materials. Remove oil and fuel from bilges.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
Pressure vessels over 5 cubic feet must be equipped with a spring loaded relief valve. Install relief valve on aft air compressor tank.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
Machinery must be designed and maintained to provide safe operation and safety of persons onboard. Install suitable guards on both main engines around rotating machinery.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
Alarm must be provided for low hydraulic steering fluid. Install alarm for hydraulic steering fluid tank.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
RPM gauges must be provided for main engines at the machinery location. Install RPM gauges for the main engines at the engine location.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
Marine employers shall establish programs for the chemical testing for dangerous drugs on a random basis. Provide proof of enrollment in a random drug testing program meeting 46 CFR part 16.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Voyage or passage plan
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
The officer in charge of a navigational watch must conduct a navigation assessment for the intended route and operation. Vessel is not completing required navigation assessments.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Evaluation of crew performance (fire drills)
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
The master of a towing vessel must ensure that each crewmember participates in fire fighting drills at least once a month. Ensure drills are completed monthly.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 26 May 2021
Resolved
Towing vessels on rivers route must carry 3 day and 3 night visual distress signals. Ensure flares are placed onboard the vessel.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Steam pipes and pressure pipes
Issued 31 March 2020
Resolved
Replace safety relief valves on both air compressor tanks.
Operations/Management › Other Criminal/Civil Violations › Negligent Operations
Issued 13 February 2004
Resolved
NOV, non-submittal of vessel security assessment report prior to 01FEB2004, IAW 33 CFR 104.310.
Casualty record · 3
28 October 2001Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 1608088
20 December 2002Significant Marine Casualty · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · activity 1747571
22 February 2004Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2011731
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.
Recorded names · 3
911 (2001), CAPT. JERRY HENRY (2002), MR C (2004). 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.