Port of Dubuque

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About Port of Dubuque

Also known as: Dubuque Harbor, Ice Harbor

Located on the Mississippi River in Iowa, the Port of Dubuque serves as a key point for riverine commerce. It handles bulk cargo and is frequented by barge traffic. The port area has a history of heavy industry and is now a significant tourist destination.

Background
The Port of Dubuque is the section of downtown Dubuque, Iowa, USA, that is immediately adjacent to 579.4 mile to the Mississippi River. The area was among the first areas settled in what became the City of Dubuque, and the State of Iowa. Historically, the area has been a center of heavy industry, but has recently seen extensive reinvestment and new construction. The area is now one of the main tourist destinations in Dubuque, as well as Iowa.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
182m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4854545 →
Wikidata
Q7231131 →
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USDBQ
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
US-IA
Area
Inland, USA
Body of Water
Mississippi River
Latitude
42.5075°
Longitude
-90.6515°

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of Dubuque on?

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The Port of Dubuque is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Dubuque (USDBQ) 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 Dubuque?

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The Port of Dubuque is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USDBQ — 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 USDBQ 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 Dubuque?

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The Port of Dubuque 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.