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Port of West Palm Beach

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Port Location

About Port of West Palm Beach

This port is located in Riviera Beach, Florida, on the Intracoastal Waterway. It handles general cargo and is a hub for containerized goods, petroleum products, and aggregates. Key vessel types include container ships, barges, and tankers.

Background
The Port of Palm Beach is located in Riviera Beach, Florida, United States, in Palm Beach County. The port is an independent taxing district, with a five-member board of commissioners elected at large by voters within the district. The port district covers a land area of 971 square miles (2,510 km2) or approximately fifty percent of the Palm Beach County area. The port is administered by an Executive Director and professional staff of 59 full-time employees.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8610 →
GeoNames ID
4177888 →
Wikidata
Q7231224 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portofpalmbeach.com →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-FL
Area
US East Coast
Latitude
26.8363°
Longitude
-80.0680°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of West Palm Beach?+
The approach to West Palm Beach is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Canaveral Harbor Approach Range Rear Lighthouse at 6.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Broward County (Fort Lauderdale Area) Lighthouses (34.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of West Palm Beach?+
The Port of West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach?+
You can track vessels near West Palm Beach (USPBI) 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 USPBI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of West Palm Beach?+
The Port of West Palm Beach 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.