Port of BLAINE

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About Port of BLAINE

Blaine is a canal port located in Washington State, USA. It serves as a minor port of entry and handles various cargo types. The port is accessible to vessels of moderate size.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1682m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18070 →
GeoNames ID
5586168 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USBWS
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-7
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
West Coast Canada
Latitude
48.9935°
Longitude
-122.7596°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of BLAINE?

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The approach to BLAINE is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Point Roberts Lighthouse at 12.8 NM to the W. Other aids include Patos Island (14.9 NM SW), Roberts Bank Entrance Range Rear (15.1 NM W), East Point (16.9 NM SW), East Point (17 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of BLAINE?

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The Port of BLAINE is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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 BLAINE?

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You can track vessels near BLAINE (USBWS) 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 BLAINE?

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The Port of BLAINE is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USBWS — 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 USBWS 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 BLAINE?

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The Port of BLAINE operates in the UTC-7 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.