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Port of JOLIET

USJOT🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of JOLIET

Joliet is a port located on the Illinois Waterway in the United States. It serves as a transshipment point for bulk commodities, facilitating barge traffic.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1141m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5659936 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USJOT
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-7
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Michigan
Latitude
41.5259°
Longitude
-88.0867°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of JOLIET?+
The approach to JOLIET is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Illinois Waterway Lighthouses Lighthouse at 12.1 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Seneca (27.1 NM WSW), Calumet Harbor (28.9 NM ENE), Calumet Harbor Breakwater South End (29.2 NM ENE), Calumet Harbor Entrance South Side (30.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of JOLIET on?+
The Port of JOLIET 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 JOLIET?+
You can track vessels near JOLIET (USJOT) 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 USJOT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of JOLIET?+
The Port of JOLIET operates in the UTC-7 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.