Placed in custody of the Maritime Administration (MARAD) on 22 May 1970, she was slated for disposal. On 26 April 1971, the Navy recalled her for "possible use as a survey ship".
Placed in MARAD custody on May 22, 1970, she was slated for demolition. However, the Navy revived her on April 26, 1971, for possible utilization as a hydrographic survey vessel.