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Port of PAULSBORO

USPAU🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of PAULSBORO

This port on Mantua Creek, a tributary of the Delaware River, is a key marine transfer hub. It primarily handles crude oil and petroleum products, including jet fuel and asphalt. The port is equipped with facilities within a foreign trade zone.

Background
The Port of Paulsboro is located on the Delaware River and Mantua Creek in and around Paulsboro, in Gloucester County, New Jersey, approximately 78 miles (126 km) from the Atlantic Ocean. Traditionally one of the nation's busiest for marine transfer operations, notably for crude oil and petroleum products, such as jet fuel and asphalt, it is a port of entry with several facilities within a foreign trade zone.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8115 →
GeoNames ID
4559264 →
Wikidata
Q14705851 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPAU
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
US East Coast
Body of Water
Mantua Creek
Latitude
39.8495°
Longitude
-75.2475°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of PAULSBORO?+
The approach to PAULSBORO is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tinicum/Mifflin Range Front Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Tinicum Island (0.4 NM ESE), Eagle Point (2.8 NM NE), Schuykill River Entrance Range Rear (3.5 NM NE), Schuylkill River Entrance Range Rear (3.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of PAULSBORO?+
The Port of PAULSBORO is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of PAULSBORO?+
You can track vessels near PAULSBORO (USPAU) 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 USPAU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of PAULSBORO?+
The Port of PAULSBORO 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.