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Kirby 30406

Kirby 30406 was the forward U.S.-registered tank barge in the Dixie Vengeance tow during the January 23, 2010 Port Arthur collision. It struck Eagle Otome's starboard side after Eagle Otome struck Gull Arrow.

Overview

Kirby 30406 was the forward U.S.-registered tank barge in the Dixie Vengeance tow during the January 23, 2010 Port Arthur collision. It struck Eagle Otome's starboard side after Eagle Otome struck Gull Arrow.

Particulars

  • Vessel type: Tank barge
  • Flag state: United States [US]
  • Length: 297 ft / 90.53 m
  • Beam: 54 ft
  • Gross tonnage: 1,619 tons
  • Built: 1993
  • Cargo capacity: 30,500 barrels / 1,281,000 gallons
  • Construction / inspection: U.S.-registered Coast Guard-inspected double-hull tank barge
  • Approximate draft during incident: About 10 ft

Incidents

Operators / owners

  • Kirby Inland Marine, LLC, Houston, Texas.