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Port of Laurence Harbor

US5BL🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Laurence Harbor

Laurence Harbor is a small port located on Raritan Bay in New Jersey. It operates as a canal port with good shelter. Pilotage is compulsory.

Background
Laurence Harbor is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located along Raritan Bay within Old Bridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2020 United States census, the CDP's population was 6,635, an increase of 99 (+1.5%) from the 6,536 recorded at the 2010 census, which in turn reflected an increase of 309 (+5.0%) from the 6,227 counted in the 2000 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7980 →
GeoNames ID
5143228 →
Wikidata
Q1086199 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
US5BL
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
US-NJ
Latitude
40.4500°
Longitude
-74.2333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Laurence Harbor?+
The approach to Laurence Harbor is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Great Beds Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Prince'S Bay (3.6 NM NNE), Princes Bay Range Front (3.6 NM NNE), Northern Monmouth County (Sandy Hook Bay) Lighthouses (4.5 NM E), Waackaack Range Rear (5.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Laurence Harbor?+
The Port of Laurence Harbor is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Laurence Harbor?+
You can track vessels near Laurence Harbor (US5BL) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for US5BL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Laurence Harbor?+
The Port of Laurence Harbor operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.