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ALISON H
ALISON H is a 1967 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 19 inspections since 2006, most recently in July 2026, along with 17 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2009.
Records from 2006 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 2 July 2026.
- Built
- 1967
- Last inspected
- 2 July 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
- Deficiencies
- 17 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 1 investigation · 2009
Identity
510062
WX9885
93832
Flag
UNITED STATES
366942020
Maury page id
psix-93832
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded3
Years with a record
12 calendar years (2006–2026)
The 19 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US
Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not
years in service. What Maury does not do.
Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 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.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)65.1 ft × 20.5 ft × 10.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 90 / net 61
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
Builderbuilder not recorded · TACOMA, WA, UNITED STATES · built 1967
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portKETCHIKAN, AK
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 21 April 2026 · expires 31 May 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 it90 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
61 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
61 - 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 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.
Radio station licence
WX9885MMSI 366942020 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 7 June 2024, expires 22 June 2034
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its
US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown.
A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.
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.
AFOGNAK Freight Barge · MISLE 44653 · 19 April 2010 · activity 3726475Inspection history · 19
2 July 2026
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 8426138
18 May 2026
Drydock Exam · Vessel Attendance · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8344824
9 April 2026
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 8345813
20 June 2025
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 8163332
2 June 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 8149954
22 July 2024
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7964232
10 May 2024
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7911701
24 April 2023
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7675621
8 March 2022
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7408318
18 March 2021
Administrative Inspection · Initial Certification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 7158425
17 June 2015
Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 5155957
15 May 2013
DAPI Audit
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4594098
15 August 2012
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4412029
11 July 2012
Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4375856
17 May 2012
Administration
Administrative · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 4314330
19 April 2010
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 3726475
4 May 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Southeast Alaska · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 3469766
10 February 2009
Uninspected Other
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Ketchikan · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 3415473
7 April 2006
MTSA Verification
Physical examination · MSD KETCHIKAN · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 2619703
Deficiency record · 17
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 9 April 2026
Resolved
Each towing vessel operating on oceans, coastwise routes must have a means to take blood pressure readings, splint broken bones, and apply large bandages for serious wounds. Noted that the vessel does not have this equipment, provide appropriate equipment.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 9 April 2026
Resolved
Towing vessels must meet the communications requirements of 33 CFR part 26 and 33 CFR 164.72.Provide copy of the bridge-to-bridge certificate and radio safety act.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
Each integral fuel tank must have a vent that connects to the highest point of the tank, discharges on a weather deck through a bend of 180 degrees, and is fitted with a 30-by-30-mesh corrosion-resistant flame screen. Identified fuel tank vents were not equipped with flame screens. Install flame screens.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Health protection, medical care?)
Issued 2 June 2025
Resolved
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. Vessel unable to provide health and safety plan. Provide plan and document compliance.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 22 July 2024
Resolved
If the OCMI deems it necessary, he may direct the vessel to get underway, and may adopt any other suitable means to test the towing vessel and its equipment. Unable to get underway, test bilge system, or conduct drills. Perform the above actions with an attending marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 22 July 2024
Resolved
A towing vessel must be equipped with either: An approved 160–B semi-portable fire-extinguishing system to protect the engine room; or a fixed fire-extinguishing system installed to protect the engine room. The currently installed semi-portable extinguisher is installed inside the engine room where crew would be unlikely to safely access the extinguisher in case of a fire. Within 30 days, submit proposed plans for new arrangement that limits potential crew exposure to engine room fire. MSC has stated they may accept a pre-engineered system in lieu of a semi portable.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › MF/HF Radio installation
Issued 22 July 2024
Resolved
Stations in the maritime service must be licensed by the FCC. FCC Station license expired 22JUN24. Provide new FCC Station License.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Line-throwing appliance
Issued 22 July 2024
Resolved
Each ITV with coastwise service must have a line throwing appliance with 4 projectiles. Only 3 onboard, provide 1 additional projectile.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 22 July 2024
Resolved
Each towing vessel must perform the applicable tests in Table 143.245(b) of this section. Pressure vessel relief valves are required to be tested twice every 5 years, with no more than 3 years elapsing. The tests required by this section must be recorded. Demonstrate PV relief valves operation to attending marine inspector or provide records of tests.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 22 July 2024
Resolved
The following list of items must be recorded in the TVR, official logbook: Navigation assessment, in accordance with § 140.635. Record of inspection of towing gear, in accordance with § 140.820. Identified navigation assessment and record of towing gear were not recorded. Initiate recording of these requirements into TVR/ official logbook.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 22 July 2024
Resolved
At least two lifebuoys on a towing vessel greater than 26 feet must be fitted with a floating electric water light. Found light battery expired; replace battery IAW manufacturer requirements.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › CG Notification (positive results/refusals)
Issued 15 May 2013
Resolved
Non-negative reports have not been reported to the local Coast Guard agency.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Recordkeeping
Issued 15 May 2013
Resolved
Drug testing back ground checks have not been completed prior to hiring new employees.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Random
Issued 15 May 2013
Resolved
Random testing rate is not being performed to equal or greater than 50% of employees for 2012.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Random
Issued 15 May 2013
Resolved
Random testing are not spread out equally throughout the year.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › EAP Training Requirements
Issued 15 May 2013
Resolved
Supervisors are not trained for reasonable cause testing.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › MIS Submission
Issued 15 May 2013
Resolved
MIS reports are not being reported in the required time frame..
Casualty record · 1
4 May 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3469766
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, and the bridge, lock or dam the investigation names where it names one. 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.