Port of Manitowoc

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About Port of Manitowoc

Manitowoc Harbor is a protected harbor on the western shore of Lake Michigan. It serves as a commercial port, handling bulk cargo and general cargo. The port accommodates various lake vessels and features drydock facilities.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Elevation
177m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4900 →
GeoNames ID
5261593 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USMTW
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
US-WI
Latitude
44.1500°
Longitude
-87.5667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Manitowoc is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Two Rivers Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the NE. Other aids include Rawley Point (4.4 NM NE), Manitowoc Breakwater (4.8 NM SW), Kewaunee Pierhead (18.7 NM N), Sheboygan North Point (23.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Manitowoc on?

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The Port of Manitowoc 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 Manitowoc?

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You can track vessels near Manitowoc (USMTW) 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 Manitowoc?

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The Port of Manitowoc is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USMTW — 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 USMTW 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 Manitowoc?

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The Port of Manitowoc 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.