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Port of NEW IBERIA

USIBE🇺🇸USA

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About Port of NEW IBERIA

Also known as: Commerical Canal, New Iberia Drainage Canal, New Iberia Southern Drainage Canal, New Iberia Southern Navigation Canal

Established in 1779, New Iberia is a canal port in Louisiana. It serves as a gateway for regional commerce, handling various cargo types.

Background
New Iberia is the largest city in and the parish seat of Iberia Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana. The city of New Iberia is located approximately 21 miles southeast of Lafayette, and forms part of the Lafayette metropolitan statistical area in the region of Acadiana. The 2020 United States census tabulated a population of 28,555. New Iberia is served by Amtrak’s Sunset Limited, operating between Los Angeles and New Orleans. New Iberia has a major four lane highway, being U.S. 90, and has its own general aviation airfield, Acadiana Regional Airport. Scheduled passenger and cargo airline service is available via the nearby Lafayette Regional Airport located adjacent to U.S. 90 in Lafayette.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1779

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Gulf of Mexico
Latitude
29.9385°
Longitude
-91.8410°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4334978 →
Wikidata
Q991355 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cityofnewiberia.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of NEW IBERIA?+
The approach to NEW IBERIA is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Southwest Reef Lighthouse at 35.7 NM to the ESE. Other aids include St. Mary Parish Lighthouses (35.7 NM ESE), Point Au Fer Reef (41.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of NEW IBERIA on?+
The Port of NEW IBERIA 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 NEW IBERIA?+
You can track vessels near NEW IBERIA (USIBE) 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 USIBE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of NEW IBERIA?+
The Port of NEW IBERIA 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.