Port of New Bedford (USNBD): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of New Bedford (UN/LOCODE USNBD) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 41.6333° N, 70.9167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
United States
UN/LOCODE
USNBD
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
41.6333° N, 70.9167° 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
7.9 m
Anchorage Depth
7.9 m
Cargo Pier Depth
7.9 m
Tidal Range
1.2 m
Oil Terminal Depth
7.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
North Atlantic Ocean
Region
United States E Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Medium
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Distance
12 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of New Bedford

Where is Port of New Bedford located?

Port of New Bedford is a seaport located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 41.6333° N, 70.9167° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of New Bedford?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of New Bedford is USNBD — country code US, location code NBD.

How deep is Port of New Bedford?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of New Bedford has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.

Does Port of New Bedford require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of New Bedford.

What type of harbor is Port of New Bedford?

Port of New Bedford is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of New Bedford have?

Port of New Bedford is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of New Bedford are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #7370), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →