Port of Orca

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About Port of Orca

Orca is a pier facility located in Alaska, USA. It serves as a port for various vessel types. The port offers pilotage and tug services, and includes a drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
19639 →
GeoNames ID
12440352 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USOSZ
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-9
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
US-AK
Latitude
60.5667°
Longitude
-145.7000°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Orca is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Odiak Pharos Lighthouse at 2.6 NM to the SW. Other aids include Cape Hinchinbrook (34.2 NM SW), Bligh Reef (38.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Orca on?

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The Port of Orca is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Orca?

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You can track vessels near Orca (USOSZ) 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 Orca?

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The Port of Orca is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USOSZ — 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 USOSZ 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 Orca?

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The Port of Orca operates in the UTC-9 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.