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Port of Blount Island

USBI8🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Blount Island

Blount Island is a public cargo facility on the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida, nine nautical miles inland from the Atlantic Ocean. It serves as one of three major cargo terminals for the Port of Jacksonville.

Background
Blount Island is an island of approximately 2,000 acres (8.1 km2) on the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida, nine nautical miles (16.7 km) west of the Atlantic Ocean. One of three public cargo facilities at the Port of Jacksonville is located there, and it is also the site of the United States Marine Corps Blount Island Command.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8570 →
GeoNames ID
7274220 →
Wikidata
Q885473 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.jaxport.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USBI8
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-FL
Latitude
30.4000°
Longitude
-81.5167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Blount Island?+
The approach to Blount Island is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mayport Basin Range Front Lighthouse at 5.2 NM to the E. Other aids include Mayport Basin Range Rear (6.2 NM E), St. Johns County (St. Augustine Area) Lighthouse (33.1 NM SSE), Little Cumberland Island (34.7 NM N), Glynn County (Brunswick Area) Lighthouses (44.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Blount Island on?+
The Port of Blount Island is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Blount Island?+
You can track vessels near Blount Island (USBI8) 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 USBI8 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Blount Island?+
The Port of Blount Island 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.