Port of Elkton

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About Port of Elkton

Elkton is a canal port located in Kentucky, USA. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving along the waterway.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
192m

Region

Subdivision
US-KY
Latitude
36.8000°
Longitude
-87.1500°

Nearby Vessels

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USEKT
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4991982 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Elkton is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Omohundro Waterworks Intake Crib Lighthouse at 43.4 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Elkton on?

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The Port of Elkton 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 Elkton?

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You can track vessels near Elkton (USEKT) 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 Elkton?

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The Port of Elkton is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USEKT — 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 USEKT 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 Elkton?

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The Port of Elkton 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.