Port of Kwajalein (MHKWA): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Kwajalein (UN/LOCODE MHKWA) is a very small open roadstead harbor located in Marshall Islands, on the North Pacific Ocean. It sits at 8.7167° N, 167.7333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. 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
- Open Roadstead
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Marshall Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Kwajalein
Where is Port of Kwajalein located?
Port of Kwajalein is a seaport located in Marshall Islands, on the North Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 8.7167° N, 167.7333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Kwajalein?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Kwajalein is MHKWA — country code MH, location code KWA.
How deep is Port of Kwajalein?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Kwajalein has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Kwajalein?
Port of Kwajalein reports a maximum length of 500 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Kwajalein require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Kwajalein.
What type of harbor is Port of Kwajalein?
Port of Kwajalein is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Kwajalein have?
Port of Kwajalein is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Kwajalein are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #56370), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →