EP 1130-2-500
27 Dec 96
See Fig. K-2 and Table K-1, page K-1, for preferred six lettering and spacing. Where the above
arrangement is not practical, a single line may be used as follows:
CORPS OF ENGINEERS U.S. ARMY
See Fig. K-3, Table K-1, page K-1, for preferred size lettering.
(3) Stern. Identification on, or on the port and starboard sides near the stern will be as
indicated below. The preferred method of indication is three lines with letters centered on the
stern of the hull. See Fig. K-4, Table K-2, page K-2, for size lettering and spacing.
NAME OF VESSEL
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
U.S. ARMY
An acceptable alternate lettering arrangement will be as indicated below.
NAME OF VESSEL
CORPS OF ENGINEERS U.S. ARMY
See Fig. K-5, Table K-2, page K-2, for size lettering and spacing.
In cases where the above identification on the hull at the stern is impractical, a name board facing
aft mounted above the weather deck or above the next highest deck in the vicinity of the stern
may be used.
(4) Plaques. Self-propelled plant 65'-0", or more, in length (Class 4 vessels), may be
equipped with a plaque mounted inside the deckhouse in a conspicuous place such as a main
passageway, recreation room or mess room, etc. The plaque should be not less than 8" x 10 "
minimum dimensions and include the name of the vessel and biography of the person for whom
the vessel is named, or a brief historical statement of the geographical location, when so named.
d. Class 3 and Class 4 Non-Propelled Plant. Non-propelled vessels with ship-shaped hulls
shall have exterior designation markings as specified for Class 3 and Class 4 self-propelled
plant.
e. Class A, Class 1 and Class 2 Plant.
(1) With Pilothouse.
(a) Name or Number Designation. Small plant with a pilothouse shall have name boards
on top of the pilothouse, port and starboard, with the name or number as required. See Fig. K-1,
and Table K-1, page K-1, for size lettering and spacing.
(b) Port and Starboard Bows. Small plant with a pilothouse shall have the designations
on each side of the bow as follows:
CORPS OF ENGINEERS
U.S. ARMY
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