Port of Racine

USRAC🇺🇸USA

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About Port of Racine

Racine Harbor is a protected harbor on Lake Michigan. It serves as a port of call for commercial vessels and features facilities for tugs.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Elevation
192m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4850 →
GeoNames ID
5268147 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USRAC
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
US-WI
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Michigan
Latitude
42.7345°
Longitude
-87.7730°

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Racine is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Racine North Breakwater Lighthouse at 0 NM to the E. Other aids include Racine Harbor (0.2 NM W), Racine Reef (1.8 NM E), Racine County Lighthouses (2.9 NM NNE), Wind Point Lighthouse (2.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Racine on?

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The Port of Racine is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Racine (USRAC) 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 Racine?

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The Port of Racine is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USRAC — 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 USRAC 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 Racine?

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The Port of Racine operates in the UTC-6 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.