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Port of New Caney

USNCY🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of New Caney

New Caney is a canal port located in Montgomery County, Texas, within the Houston metropolitan area. It serves as a waterway for local commerce and transportation.

Background
New Caney is an unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Texas, United States, located within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. As of 2010, the population of the New Caney area is 19,987. New Caney had an estimated population in 2016 of roughly 22,000.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
36m

Region

Subdivision
US-TX
Latitude
30.1500°
Longitude
-95.2000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4683201 →
Wikidata
Q7006363 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of New Caney?+
The approach to New Caney is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Freeport Jetty Inbound Range Rear Lighthouse at 25 NM to the NW. Other aids include Lake Conroe (25 NM NW), South Shore Harbour (33.4 NM SSE), Upper Galveston Bay Inner (33.4 NM SSE), Beacon Island (36.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of New Caney on?+
The Port of New Caney 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 Caney?+
You can track vessels near New Caney (USNCY) 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 USNCY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of New Caney?+
The Port of New Caney 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.