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Port of Portland

USPDX🇺🇸USA

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About Port of Portland

Located in Oregon, USA, this port manages marine activities in the Portland metropolitan area. It handles a variety of cargo and supports key vessel types. The port features essential facilities and services, including compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
The Port of Portland is the port district responsible for overseeing Portland International Airport, general aviation, and marine activities in the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area in the United States. Originally established in 1891 by the 16th Oregon Legislative Assembly, the current incarnation was created by the 1970 legislature, combining the original Port with the Portland Commission of Public Docks, a city agency dating from 1910.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
128m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
16940 →
GeoNames ID
4299287 →
Wikidata
Q7231237 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portofportland.com →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-OR
Area
US West Coast
Latitude
45.5690°
Longitude
-122.7339°

Terminals

PORTLAND TERMINAL 6

ICTSI OREGON, INC

7201 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97203, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Portland is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kelley Point Junction Light Lighthouse at 5.1 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Warrior Rock (16.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Portland?

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The Port of Portland is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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 Portland?

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You can track vessels near Portland (USPDX) 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 USPDX on the live map.

Where is the Port of Portland?

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The Port of Portland is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USPDX — 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 USPDX 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 Portland?

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The Port of Portland 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.