GM 5042

Vessel received damage to port bow rake following collision with another barge. Approximate 10' x 12" gash just above waterline and forward of the collision bulkhead. Vessel to be taken directly to repair facility to conduct permanent repairs.

If, during an internal structural examination, cargo tank internal examination, or underwater survey, damage or deterioration to the hull plating, structural members, or cargo tanks is discovered, the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, may require the vessel to be drydocked or otherwise taken out of service to further assess the extent of the damage and to effect permanent repairs. On 03Mar26, the barge grounded near MM 156 causing damage to mooring equipment. Vessel is carrying heated cargo and has not reported any water ingress into the void spaces after the grounding. Vessel must submit a transit plan prior to movement from its current location. Once reviewed, vessel is allowed to proceed to Exxon Baton Rouge for discharge. After discharge, vessel must provide a damage assessment to include any affected areas after the grounding and mooring equipment. If damage is discovered beyond TBSIP parameters, vessel must provide course of action to facilitate movement and repair to the satisfaction of the OCMI. 46 CFR 31.10-21(c) 60ac

A pressure gauge shall be installed for each pump discharge, and it shall be located at a point visible with respect to the pump controls. Each pressure gauge must show pressure within 10 percent of the actual pressure. PRIOR TO CARGO OPERATIONS vessel shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the cognizant OCMI that all Gauges, Pumps and Discharge piping meet all operational requirements.

Crop/Renew one radius corner plate approx 3'x6' of the port forward corner headlog.

Prove automation of the genset and thermal fluid heater.