Port of Salem Nj (USSEM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Salem Nj (UN/LOCODE USSEM) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 39.6667° N, 75.4833° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 18.6 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 18.6 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. 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
- Very Small
- 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 Salem Nj
Where is Port of Salem Nj located?
Port of Salem Nj is a seaport located in United States, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 39.6667° N, 75.4833° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Salem Nj?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Salem Nj is USSEM — country code US, location code SEM.
How deep is Port of Salem Nj?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Salem Nj has a channel depth of about 18.6 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 18.6 m.
Does Port of Salem Nj require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Salem Nj.
What type of harbor is Port of Salem Nj?
Port of Salem Nj is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Salem Nj have?
Port of Salem Nj is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Salem Nj are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #8025), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →