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Port of Stickney

USSKT🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Stickney

Stickney is a canal port located in Illinois, USA. It serves as a transshipment point on the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal system. The port facilitates the movement of bulk commodities and general cargo via barges and other inland waterway vessels.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
42m

Region

Subdivision
US-IL
Latitude
41.8167°
Longitude
-87.7667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USSKT
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5398960 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Stickney?+
The approach to Stickney is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chicago Harbor Southeast Guidewall Lighthouse Lighthouse at 8.5 NM to the ENE. Other aids include North Avenue Jetty (8.8 NM NE), Chicago Harbor Light (9 NM ENE), Belmont Harbor Inner (9.6 NM NE), Four Mile Crib (10.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Stickney on?+
The Port of Stickney 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 Stickney?+
You can track vessels near Stickney (USSKT) 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 USSKT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Stickney?+
The Port of Stickney operates in the UTC-8 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.