Port of Midway Island: Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Midway Island is a very small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Midway Islands, on the North Pacific Ocean. It sits at 28.1833° N, 177.3667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 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
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Midway Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Midway Island
Where is Port of Midway Island located?
Port of Midway Island is a seaport located in Midway Islands, on the North Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 28.1833° N, 177.3667° W.
How deep is Port of Midway Island?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Midway Island has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
Does Port of Midway Island require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Midway Island.
What type of harbor is Port of Midway Island?
Port of Midway Island is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Midway Island have?
Port of Midway Island is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Midway Island are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #56328), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →