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.

Country
United States
UN/LOCODE
USSEM
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
39.6667° N, 75.4833° 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
18.6 m
Anchorage Depth
9.4 m
Cargo Pier Depth
18.6 m
Tidal Range
1.8 m
Oil Terminal Depth
18.6 m

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

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceUnknown
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockMajor / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Port of Salem Nj (USSEM)
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Distance
3 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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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 →