Port of LAPLACE LA

USLPL🇺🇸USA

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About Port of LAPLACE LA

This port is located on the Mississippi River in Louisiana. It serves as a transshipment point for bulk commodities. The port handles barges and is equipped with tugs and a drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8930 →
GeoNames ID
10400306 →
Wikidata
Q2316930 →
Official Site
www.portsl.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USLPL
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
None

Region

Latitude
30.0587°
Longitude
-90.4893°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of LAPLACE LA?

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The approach to LAPLACE LA is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cubits Gap Lighthouse at 6.3 NM to the E. Other aids include Point Aux Herbes (6.3 NM E), Pass Manchac (17.4 NM NE), New Canal (19.6 NM E), Orleans Parish (New Orleans City) Lighthouses (19.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of LAPLACE LA on?

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The Port of LAPLACE LA 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 LAPLACE LA?

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You can track vessels near LAPLACE LA (USLPL) 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 LAPLACE LA?

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The Port of LAPLACE LA is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USLPL — 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 USLPL 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 LAPLACE LA?

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The Port of LAPLACE LA 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.