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Port of Chalmette

USCLQ🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Chalmette

Located on the Mississippi River in Louisiana, Chalmette is a significant port handling bulk cargo. It serves as a key transshipment point for commodities moving through the region. The port features facilities for tugs and a drydock.

Background
Chalmette is a census-designated place (CDP) in, and the parish seat of, St. Bernard Parish in southeastern Louisiana, United States. The 2010 census reported that Chalmette had 16,751 people; 2011 population was listed as 17,119; however, the pre-Katrina population was 32,069 at the 2000 census. At the 2020 U.S. census, its population rebounded to 21,562. Chalmette is part of the New Orleans–Metairie–Kenner metropolitan statistical area. Chalmette is located east of downtown New Orleans and south of Arabi, towards Lake Borgne.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8860 →
GeoNames ID
4319530 →
Wikidata
Q528541 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portno.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USCLQ
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-LA
Body of Water
Mississippi River
Latitude
29.9500°
Longitude
-90.0500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Chalmette?+
The approach to Chalmette is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Governor Nicholls Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Hibernia Bank (1.1 NM W), Gretna (1.5 NM SSW), Port Pontchartrain (5 NM N), New Canal (5.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Chalmette on?+
The Port of Chalmette 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 Chalmette?+
You can track vessels near Chalmette (USCLQ) 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 USCLQ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Chalmette?+
The Port of Chalmette operates in the UTC-6 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.