Port of Quincy (USMQI): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Quincy (UN/LOCODE USMQI) is a small river (natural) harbor located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 42.2500° N, 70.9667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 1.8 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
United States
UN/LOCODE
USMQI
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
42.2500° N, 70.9667° 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
1.8 m
Anchorage Depth
7.9 m
Cargo Pier Depth
9.4 m
Tidal Range
3 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (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 DockModerate / Medium
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Distance
7 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Quincy

Where is Port of Quincy located?

Port of Quincy is a seaport located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 42.2500° N, 70.9667° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Quincy?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Quincy is USMQI — country code US, location code MQI.

How deep is Port of Quincy?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Quincy has a channel depth of about 1.8 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.

Does Port of Quincy require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Quincy.

What type of harbor is Port of Quincy?

Port of Quincy is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Quincy have?

Port of Quincy is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Quincy are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #7260), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →