M.V. Sergeant Floyd: River Charts

As the M.V. Sergeant Floyd was used by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to survey, channel, monitor, patrol, change and modify the Missouri River river charts had to be produced.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Captain's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Chief Engineer's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Radio Room
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Third Deck Bath
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Testing and Certification
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Coat of Arms of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Quarter Boats

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Quarter Boats

During the various tours on the Missouri River the crew needed additional help from others. When this occurred a Quarter Boat was brought in and used to house the additional men.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Captain's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Chief Engineer's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Radio Room
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Third Deck Bath
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Testing and Certification
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Coat of Arms of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Coat of Arms of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

The M.V. Sergeant Floyd was operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This is their coat of arms:

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Captain's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Chief Engineer's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Radio Room
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Third Deck Bath
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Testing and Certification

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Testing and Certification

The M.V. Sergeant Floyd underwent testing and certification.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Captain's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Chief Engineer's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Radio Room
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Third Deck Bath

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Third Deck Bath

The third deck bath is located on the third deck adjacent to the radio room, chief engineer's quarters, captain's quarters, pilots quarters, ships clerk quarters.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Captain's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Chief Engineer's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Radio Room

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Radio Room

The radio room are located on the third deck adjacent to the chief engineer's quarters, captain's quarters, pilots quarters, ships clerk quarters and bath.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Captain's Quarters
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Chief Engineer's Quarters

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Chief Engineer's Quarters

The chief engineer's quarters are located on the third deck adjacent to the radio room, captain's quarters, pilots quarters, ships clerk quarters and bath.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Captain's Quarters

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Captain's Quarters

The captain's quarters are located on the third deck adjacent to the radio room, chief engineer's quarters, pilots quarters, ships clerk quarters and bath.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House

The pilot house is where the the captain and bridge crew controlled the ship. Commands were relayed to the engine room, the spotlights were operated, and the observation platforms were used to survey the river banks. The crew used the various instruments to perform their duties and control the boat. Only authorized personnel were allowed in the pilot house.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle

The crew of the M.V. Sergeant Floyd used block and tackle similar to these to load and shift cargo, set spars, lower boats, and pull free from sand bars.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line

When the M.V. Sergeant Floyd was moored, towed another vessel or needed to secure something she used Hawser Lines.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions

The M.V. Sergeant served during the Cold War when the threat of atomic/nuclear attack on the United States was all but certain. The crew had instructions on what to do in the event it ever happened.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions

Posted throughout the M.V. Sergeant Floyd are instructions for the crew to make it easier to do their jobs.

Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone