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Port of East Keansburg

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Port Location

About Port of East Keansburg

East Keansburg is a marina located on the Raritan Bay in New Jersey. It offers shelter and is serviced by pilots and tugs.

Background
East Keansburg is an unincorporated community located within Middletown Township in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As the name suggests, the area is east of Keansburg with Route 36 bordering the south, Port Monmouth to the east across Pews Creek, and the Raritan Bay to the north. The community is included in the North Middletown portion of the township.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7990 →
GeoNames ID
5101308 →
Wikidata
Q19461483 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USEKB
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
US-NJ
Latitude
40.4333°
Longitude
-74.1167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of East Keansburg?+
The approach to East Keansburg is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Waackaack Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Northern Monmouth County (Sandy Hook Bay) Lighthouses (1.1 NM NW), Conover Beacon (2.9 NM ESE), Chapel Hill Range Rear (3.4 NM SE), Sandy Hook Point (5 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of East Keansburg?+
The Port of East Keansburg is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard 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 East Keansburg?+
You can track vessels near East Keansburg (USEKB) 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 USEKB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of East Keansburg?+
The Port of East Keansburg operates in the UTC-5 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.