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Port of Detroit

USDTT🇺🇸USA

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About Port of Detroit

Located on the Detroit River, this is Michigan's largest inland port. It handles general, liquid, and bulk cargo, with steel being a key commodity. The port features multiple marine terminals and is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
The Port of Detroit is located along the west side of the Detroit River, and is the largest inland port in the state of Michigan. The port is overseen by the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority, a five-member board of directors appointed by the State of Michigan, Wayne County and the City of Detroit. The authority coordinates river commerce on the waters and shoreline of Wayne County. The port consists of multiple marine terminals handling general, liquid, and bulk cargo as well as passengers. The Port of Detroit's single most valuable commodity is steel, and the largest commodity handled by tonnage is ore. Other important commodities handled at the port include stone, coal and cement.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
394m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
3620 →
GeoNames ID
5230604 →
Wikidata
Q7231127 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portdetroit.com →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-IL
Latitude
42.3333°
Longitude
-83.0333°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Detroit is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is William G. Milliken State Park & Harbor Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the E. Other aids include Detroit Waterworks Intake Crib (3.2 NM ENE), Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses (3.2 NM ENE), William Livingstone Memorial (3.6 NM ENE), Pelee Passage (4.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Detroit on?

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The Port of Detroit 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 Detroit?

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You can track vessels near Detroit (USDTT) 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 USDTT on the live map.

Where is the Port of Detroit?

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The Port of Detroit is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USDTT — 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 USDTT 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 Detroit?

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The Port of Detroit 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.