Port of Port Simpson (CAPSI): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Port Simpson (UN/LOCODE CAPSI) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Canada, on the Alaska-Canada coastal waters. It sits at 54.5667° N, 130.4333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- Alaska-Canada coastal waters; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Canada West Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Port Simpson
Where is Port of Port Simpson located?
Port of Port Simpson is a seaport located in Canada, on the Alaska-Canada coastal waters. Its coordinates are 54.5667° N, 130.4333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Port Simpson?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Port Simpson is CAPSI — country code CA, location code PSI.
How deep is Port of Port Simpson?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Port Simpson has a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
Does Port of Port Simpson require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Port Simpson.
What type of harbor is Port of Port Simpson?
Port of Port Simpson is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Port Simpson have?
Port of Port Simpson is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Port Simpson are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #18960), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →