Port of BARROW AK

USBRW🇺🇸USA

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Port of BARROW AK USBRW

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About Port of BARROW AK

Barrow AK is an anchorage located on the Arctic coast of Alaska. It serves as a vital hub for the region, handling cargo and supporting oil and gas exploration activities. The port accommodates various vessel types and has facilities for tugs and drydocking.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
20480 →
GeoNames ID
11811478 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USBRW
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-9
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Area
Alaska
Latitude
71.3022°
Longitude
-156.7689°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of BARROW AK on?

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The Port of BARROW AK is situated on the Arctic Ocean in US. The area falls within the polar climate zone with ice conditions for much of the year, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of BARROW AK?

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You can track vessels near BARROW AK (USBRW) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of BARROW AK?

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The Port of BARROW AK is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USBRW — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE USBRW mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of BARROW AK?

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The Port of BARROW AK operates in the UTC-9 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.