Records from 1986 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 20 May 2026.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)66.7 ft × 24.0 ft × 8.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 96 / net 65
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderALBINA ENGINE & MACHINE · PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES · built 1968
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portKETCHIKAN, AK
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 22 June 2026 · expires 30 June 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 it65 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
96 - 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 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 · 22
20 May 2026
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8377453
3 April 2026
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8341629
5 May 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 8130645
18 March 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7881271
11 March 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7877068
22 May 2023
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7693927
25 April 2022
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7438057
18 December 2020
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 7114825
11 June 2020
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6974133
11 August 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 6240875
27 March 2015
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 5107329
28 February 2011
DAPI Audit
Administrative · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 3954423
22 February 2010
MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 3682684
18 January 2009
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Puget Sound · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 3397216
4 December 2006
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Portland · USCG Northwest District (CGD-NW) · Activity 2833948
6 September 2005
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2485207
12 November 2004
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAN FRANCISCO BAY · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 2257132
19 July 2002
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAN FRANCISCO BAY · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 1648811
20 February 2001
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAN FRANCISCO BAY · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 110149
14 December 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD KETCHIKAN · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 643130
16 November 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSD KETCHIKAN · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 172703
13 October 1986
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO JUNEAU · USCG Arctic District (CGD-A) · Activity 312007
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Line-throwing appliance
Issued 5 May 2025
Resolved
Each towing vessel operating in oceans and coastwise service must have a line throwing appliance approved under approval series 160.040- Four rocket projectiles, each complete with bridle and leader of fire-resistant materials. Two of the projectiles shall be of the buoyant type.
Additional equipment: The line throwing appliance must have:(1) The equipment on the list provided by the manufacturer with the approved appliance; and(2) An auxiliary line that:(i) Is at least 450 meters (1,500 feet) long;(ii) Has a breaking strength of at least 40 kilonewtons (9,000 pounds-force); and(iii) Is, if synthetic, of a dark color or certified by the manufacturer to be resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light.
Vessel is certified for coastwise routes and is equipped with 01 line throwing device and no axillary line.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 June 2025
Resolved 10 June 2025
Resolution: O/O has added two Ikaros Line throwers, two buoyant heads, and the auxiliary line to vessel. All Sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 25 April 2022
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers on board found to be out of service with 01 portable extinguisher gauge in the bridge indicating low psi and requiring recharge. Portable and semi-portable fire extinguishers must be inspected, maintained, and tested in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 7 and 8 of NFPA 10. Provide servicing certificate to marine inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 9 May 2022
Resolved 12 May 2022
Resolution: Received fire equipment sevicing certificates.
14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Segregation of oil and water ballast
Issued 25 April 2022
Resolved
Unauthorized clear-well located in the aft portion of the ENG RM. No person may operate an oceangoing ship of less than 400 GT unless it has the capacity to retain oily-mixtures on board and equipped to discharge to a reception facility or if it has approved OWS equipment for processing oily mixtures for discharge into the sea. Clear-well or bilge water practices shall be modified to the satisfaction of a marine inspector.
Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 9 May 2022
Resolved 12 May 2022
Resolution: Equipment removed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Line-throwing appliance
Issued 24 June 2020
Resolved
Provide Line Throwing Appliance for vessel as required by and meeting the requirements of 46 CFR 141.385.
46 CFR 141.385
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Provided photograph
14 - Pollution Prevention › 141 - MARPOL Annex I › Pumping, piping and discharge arrangements
Issued 24 June 2020
Resolved
Designate in writing person in charge (PIC) of fueling transfer operations.
33 CFR 155.700
33 CFR 155.715
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Provided document
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 24 June 2020
Resolved
Provide evidence of record of inspection, testing and maintenance of applicable lifesaving equipment as required by 46 CFR 141.235. Requirements for weekly, monthly and annual required servicing is provided in 46 CFR 199.190.
46 CFR 141.235
46 CFR 199.190
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Provided photograph
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 24 June 2020
Resolved
Label engine room and pilothouse escape hatches as required by 46 CFR 144.160 (f).
46 CFR 144.160 (f)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 July 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Provided photograph
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 24 June 2020
Resolved
Repair or replace temporary battery charger in FWD Starboard engine.
Extended due to lead time on component.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 July 2020
Resolved 12 August 2020
Resolution: Temp charging system replaced w/ permanent.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 24 June 2020
Resolved
Install insulation (lagging) on main diesel engine
turbochargers for areas exceeding 428 degrees F as
required by 46 CFR 143.220(b).
46 CFR 143.220(b
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 June 2020
Resolved 2 July 2020
Resolution: Provided photograph
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 24 June 2020
Resolved
Install cover missing from electrical outlet above fire pump centerline aft of engine room.
46 CFR 143.300
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 24 July 2020
Resolved 7 July 2020
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › EAP Display Requirements
Issued 28 February 2011
Resolved
DER could not provide evidence of a satisfactory EAP
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 March 2011
Resolved 28 February 2011
Resolution: Satisfactory EAP provided.
Navigation
Issued 13 October 1986
Resolved
VESSEL WAS MISSING SHIP'S BELL AS REQUIRED BY COLREGS RULE 33. A VESSEL OF 12 METERS OR MORE IN LENGTH SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH A WHISTLE AND A BELL. THE VESSEL "DEAN FOSS" IS OVER 20 METERS LONG.
Condition: Unknown
Due 18 May 2002
Resolved 18 May 2002
Resolution: MISLE Maintenance - Resolved all open deficiencies issued prior to 6/1/1997 where activity was closed and deficiency due date was past
Documentation
Issued 13 October 1986
Resolved
VESSELS OTP WAS INCOMPLETE. VESSEL WAS LACKING PROCEDURES 33 155.750(3-9) AS REQUIRED BY 33 CFR 155.750.
Condition: Unknown
Due 18 May 2002
Resolved 18 May 2002
Resolution: MISLE Maintenance - Resolved all open deficiencies issued prior to 6/1/1997 where activity was closed and deficiency due date was past