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Port of Freeport

USFPO🇺🇸USA

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About Port of Freeport

Port Freeport is a deep-water seaport on the Texas Gulf Coast. It handles a variety of cargo and serves key vessel types. The port is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Port Freeport is the geographically smallest deep-water seaport along the U.S Gulf Coast. Located in Freeport, Texas ,

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
9250 →
GeoNames ID
6352435 →
Wikidata
Q7231141 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portfreeport.com →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
US-TX
Area
Gulf of Mexico
Latitude
28.9417°
Longitude
-95.3027°

Terminals

PORT FREEPORT TERMINAL

PORT FREEPORT

1001 Navigation Blvd., Freeport, TX 77541, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Freeport is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Freeport Harbor Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the NE. Other aids include Brazos River (15.2 NM NNW), Galveston South Jetty (33.2 NM NE), Trinity River (35 NM NE), Galveston Inlet Inner Range (35.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Freeport on?

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The Port of Freeport is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Freeport (USFPO) 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 USFPO on the live map.

Where is the Port of Freeport?

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The Port of Freeport is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USFPO — 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 USFPO 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 Freeport?

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The Port of Freeport 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.