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Port of FORKED RIVER

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Port Location

About Port of FORKED RIVER

Forked River is a harbor located in Ocean County, New Jersey. It is a small, generally good harbor.

Background
Forked River is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located within Lacey Township, in Ocean County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States census, the CDP's population was 5,274, an increase of 30 (+0.6%) from the 5,244 enumerated at the 2010 census, which in turn reflected an increase of 330 (+6.7%) from the 4.914 counted in the 2000 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8000 →
GeoNames ID
4503304 →
Wikidata
Q765824 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USFDV
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
39.8326°
Longitude
-74.1884°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of FORKED RIVER?+
The approach to FORKED RIVER is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Barnegat Lighthouse at 5.6 NM to the SE. Other aids include Ocean County Lighthouses (5.6 NM SE), Tucker'S Island (15.6 NM SSW), Sea Girt (19.7 NM NNE), Point Comfort (27.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of FORKED RIVER?+
The Port of FORKED RIVER 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 FORKED RIVER?+
You can track vessels near FORKED RIVER (USFDV) 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 USFDV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of FORKED RIVER?+
The Port of FORKED RIVER 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.