Port of Sanchez (DOSNZ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Sanchez (UN/LOCODE DOSNZ) is a very small open roadstead harbor located in Dominican Republic, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 19.2333° N, 69.6167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 1.8 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes 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
- Open Roadstead
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Dominican Republic
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Sanchez
Where is Port of Sanchez located?
Port of Sanchez is a seaport located in Dominican Republic, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 19.2333° N, 69.6167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Sanchez?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Sanchez is DOSNZ — country code DO, location code SNZ.
How deep is Port of Sanchez?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Sanchez has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 1.8 m.
Does Port of Sanchez require a pilot?
Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Sanchez, though pilots are available.
What type of harbor is Port of Sanchez?
Port of Sanchez is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Sanchez have?
Port of Sanchez is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Sanchez are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #11010), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →