Port of New York City (USNYC): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of New York City (UN/LOCODE USNYC) is a large river (natural) harbor located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 40.7000° N, 74.0167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage 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
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- United States E Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of New York City
Where is Port of New York City located?
Port of New York City is a seaport located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 40.7000° N, 74.0167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of New York City?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of New York City is USNYC — country code US, location code NYC.
How deep is Port of New York City?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of New York City has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.
Does Port of New York City require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of New York City.
What type of harbor is Port of New York City?
Port of New York City is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of New York City have?
Port of New York City is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of New York City are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #7640), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →