Port of Kawkawlin

USKW7🇺🇸USA

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Kawkawlin is a canal port located in Michigan, USA. It handles bulk cargo and is equipped with tugs and a drydock.

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Channel Depth
8ft
Elevation
178m
Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
A
WPI No.
4400 →
GeoNames ID
4997097 →
UN/LOCODE
USKW7
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)
Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent
Subdivision
US-MI
Latitude
43.6500°
Longitude
-83.9333°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kawkawlin?

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The approach to Kawkawlin is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Saginaw Approach Range Rear Lighthouse at 3.2 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Saginaw Approach Range Front (3.6 NM E), Saginaw River Range Rear (3.7 NM ESE), Essexville Range Rear (4.6 NM ESE), Gravelly Shoal (28 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Kawkawlin on?

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The Port of Kawkawlin 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 Kawkawlin?

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You can track vessels near Kawkawlin (USKW7) 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 Kawkawlin?

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The Port of Kawkawlin is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USKW7 — 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 USKW7 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 Kawkawlin?

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The Port of Kawkawlin 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.