Port of Philadelphia (USPHL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Philadelphia (UN/LOCODE USPHL) is a large river (natural) harbor located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 39.9500° N, 75.1333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 11 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
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- United States E Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Philadelphia
Where is Port of Philadelphia located?
Port of Philadelphia is a seaport located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 39.9500° N, 75.1333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Philadelphia?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Philadelphia is USPHL — country code US, location code PHL.
How deep is Port of Philadelphia?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Philadelphia has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
Does Port of Philadelphia require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Philadelphia.
What type of harbor is Port of Philadelphia?
Port of Philadelphia is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Philadelphia have?
Port of Philadelphia is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Philadelphia are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #8110), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →