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Port of SPARROWS POINT

USPPO🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of SPARROWS POINT

Sparrows Point is an industrial port located on the Patapsco River in Maryland. It handles bulk cargo and is a key site for industrial revitalization. Facilities include a drydock, and tugs are available.

Background
Sparrows Point is an industrial area in unincorporated Baltimore County, Maryland, United States, adjacent to Edgemere. Named after Thomas Sparrow, landowner, it was the site of a very large industrial complex owned by Bethlehem Steel, known for steelmaking and shipbuilding. In its heyday in the mid-20th century, it was the largest steel mill in the world. The site of the former Bethlehem Sparrows Point Shipyard and steel mill is now renamed Tradepoint Atlantic in a revitalization program to clean up the environment and make it one of the largest ports on the East Coast of the United States. Today Sparrows Point is home to many distribution centers, fulfillment centers, training lots, storage lots, and the like, including those operated by Under Armour, Amazon, Home Depot, Volkswagen, and McCormick & Company.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1706

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPPO
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
Patapsco River
Latitude
39.2163°
Longitude
-76.4816°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8210 →
GeoNames ID
4351869 →
Wikidata
Q3492714 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
mpa.maryland.gov →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of SPARROWS POINT?+
The approach to SPARROWS POINT is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Craighill Channel Upper Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the E. Other aids include Fort Carroll (1.8 NM W), Brewerton Channel Range Front (2.4 NM WSW), Brewerton Channel Range Rear (3.3 NM W), Craighill Channel Lower Range Rear (4.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of SPARROWS POINT?+
The Port of SPARROWS POINT 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 SPARROWS POINT?+
You can track vessels near SPARROWS POINT (USPPO) 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 USPPO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of SPARROWS POINT?+
The Port of SPARROWS POINT 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.