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Port of Ashtabula

USASF🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Ashtabula

Located at the mouth of the Ashtabula River on Lake Erie, this port handles bulk cargo. It is equipped with tugs and a drydock.

Background
Ashtabula is the most populous city in Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States. It lies at the mouth of the Ashtabula River on to Lake Erie, 53 miles (85 km) northeast of Cleveland. The city had 17,975 people at the 2020 census. Like many other cities in the Rust Belt, it has lost population because of a decline in industrial jobs since the 1960s. It is part of the Cleveland metropolitan area.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
178m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A

History

Established
1803

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USASF
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-OH
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Erie
Latitude
41.9064°
Longitude
-80.7877°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
3470 →
GeoNames ID
5160269 →
Wikidata
Q726287 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
cityofashtabula.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ashtabula?+
The approach to Ashtabula is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ashtabula Harbor Light Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the NNW with a nominal range of 7 NM. Other aids include Conneaut Harbor (10.9 NM ENE), Fairport Harbor West Breakwater Lighthouse (23 NM WSW), Lake County (Fairport Harbor) Lighthouses (23.6 NM WSW), Grand River (Fairport Harbor) Light (23.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ashtabula?+
The Port of Ashtabula 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 Ashtabula?+
You can track vessels near Ashtabula (USASF) 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 USASF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ashtabula?+
The Port of Ashtabula 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.