Port of Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Lazaro Cardenas (UN/LOCODE MXLZC) is a small river (basins) harbor located in Mexico, on the North Pacific Ocean. It sits at 17.9333° N, 102.1667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.

Country
Mexico
UN/LOCODE
MXLZC
Harbor Type
River (Basins)
Coordinates
17.9333° N, 102.1667° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
9.4 m
Anchorage Depth
23.2 m
Cargo Pier Depth
12.5 m
Max Vessel Length
368.5 m
Oil Terminal Depth
14 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Basins)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
North Pacific Ocean
Region
Mexico West Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown
WharvesAnchorage

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Port of Lazaro Cardenas (MXLZC)
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Distance
140 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Lazaro Cardenas

Where is Port of Lazaro Cardenas located?

Port of Lazaro Cardenas is a seaport located in Mexico, on the North Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 17.9333° N, 102.1667° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Lazaro Cardenas?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Lazaro Cardenas is MXLZC — country code MX, location code LZC.

How deep is Port of Lazaro Cardenas?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Lazaro Cardenas has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Lazaro Cardenas?

Port of Lazaro Cardenas reports a maximum length of 368.5 m, a maximum beam of 51 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Lazaro Cardenas require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Lazaro Cardenas.

What type of harbor is Port of Lazaro Cardenas?

Port of Lazaro Cardenas is classified as a river (basins) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Lazaro Cardenas have?

Port of Lazaro Cardenas is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Lazaro Cardenas are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #15765), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →