Port of Sault Sainte Marie

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About Port of Sault Sainte Marie

This port is located on the St. Marys River, connecting Lake Superior and Lake Huron. It serves as a transshipment point for bulk commodities, primarily iron ore and grain. The harbor accommodates large bulk carriers and features facilities for cargo handling.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4560 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USSSM
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-MI
Latitude
46.5000°
Longitude
-84.3500°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sault Sainte Marie?

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The approach to Sault Sainte Marie is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Frying Pan Island Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the E. Other aids include Sault Sainte Marie City (Upper St. Marys River) Lighthouses (1.2 NM NW), Bayfield Rock Range Rear (3 NM ESE), Frechette Point (3.2 NM SE), Upper Nicolet Range Rear (3.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Sault Sainte Marie on?

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The Port of Sault Sainte Marie 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 Sault Sainte Marie?

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You can track vessels near Sault Sainte Marie (USSSM) 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 Sault Sainte Marie?

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The Port of Sault Sainte Marie is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USSSM — 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 USSSM 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 Sault Sainte Marie?

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The Port of Sault Sainte Marie 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.