Port of HAMMOND

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About Port of HAMMOND

This canal port is located in Hammond, Indiana, on the Calumet River. It handles bulk cargo and general cargo, serving industrial and commercial needs. The port is equipped with tugs and a large drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Elevation
198m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Large
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4790 →
GeoNames ID
4240164 →
Wikidata
Q3398477 →
Official Site
www.iipd.com →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Michigan
Latitude
41.6967°
Longitude
-87.5059°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to HAMMOND is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Calumet Harbor Breakwater South End Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Calumet Harbor (2.4 NM N), Indiana Harbor East Breakwater (3.1 NM ESE), Calumet Harbor Entrance South Side (3.3 NM ESE), Indiana Harbor (3.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of HAMMOND on?

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The Port of HAMMOND 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 HAMMOND?

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You can track vessels near HAMMOND (USHLO) 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 HAMMOND?

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The Port of HAMMOND is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USHLO — 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 USHLO 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 HAMMOND?

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The Port of HAMMOND 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.