Port of Buchanan (LRUCN): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Buchanan (UN/LOCODE LRUCN) is a very small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Liberia, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 5.8667° N, 10.0667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 20.1 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Liberia
Services & Restrictions
Route Calculator & Transit Estimator
Great-circle distance — actual sea routes vary with canals, traffic lanes & weather.
nautical miles (direct)
@ 14 knots
B2B Freight Quote — Port of Buchanan
Compare competitive ocean and inland freight rates to and from Buchanan (LRUCN) via trusted logistics partners.
Nearby Ports & Connections
Nearest Ports to Buchanan
Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Buchanan
Where is Port of Buchanan located?
Port of Buchanan is a seaport located in Liberia, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 5.8667° N, 10.0667° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Buchanan?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Buchanan is LRUCN — country code LR, location code UCN.
How deep is Port of Buchanan?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Buchanan has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 20.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Buchanan?
Port of Buchanan reports a maximum draft of 12.8 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Buchanan require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Buchanan.
What type of harbor is Port of Buchanan?
Port of Buchanan is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Buchanan have?
Port of Buchanan is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Buchanan are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45950), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →