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Port of GOLDEN MEADOW

USGM3🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of GOLDEN MEADOW

This canal port is located along Bayou Lafourche in Louisiana. It serves the region's oil and gas industry, as well as fishing and seafood operations.

Background
Golden Meadow is a town along Bayou Lafourche in Lafourche Parish, Louisiana, United States. The population was 1,761 in 2020. It is part of the Houma–Bayou Cane–Thibodaux metropolitan statistical area. Its main source of revenue is the oil and gas industry. The fishing and seafood industries also have strong economic impacts, with charter fishing, restaurants, and lodging actively serving patrons. The town was once known as a speed trap, but it has since been bypassed by Hwy 3235 and city traffic has been reduced to mostly locals; however, the speed limit is reduced to 50 mph on Hwy 3235 and said highway is still patrolled heavily. As in other places in Louisiana, there is a noticeable presence of Cajun culture, music, and cuisine.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4346703 →
Wikidata
Q3240066 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.townofgoldenmeadow-la.gov →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USGM3
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Gulf of Mexico
Latitude
29.3792°
Longitude
-90.2620°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of GOLDEN MEADOW?+
The approach to GOLDEN MEADOW is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Belle Pass Range Rear Lighthouse at 15.5 NM to the S. Other aids include Barataria Bay (17.8 NM ESE), Houma Navigation Canal A (21.3 NM WSW), Houma Navigation Canal A Range Rear (21.3 NM WSW), Houma Navigation Canal B (21.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of GOLDEN MEADOW on?+
The Port of GOLDEN MEADOW 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 GOLDEN MEADOW?+
You can track vessels near GOLDEN MEADOW (USGM3) 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 USGM3 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of GOLDEN MEADOW?+
The Port of GOLDEN MEADOW 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.