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Port of Matawan

USTAW🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Matawan

Matawan is a small harbor located on a canal in New Jersey. It is situated near Raritan Bay and serves as a port for local maritime activities.

Background
Matawan is a borough in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. A historic community located near the Raritan Bay in the much larger Raritan Valley region, Raritan Bayshore the borough is a commuter town of New York City within the New York Metropolitan Area. As of the 2020 United States census, the borough's population was 9,565, an increase of 755 (+8.6%) from the 2010 census count of 8,810, which in turn reflected a decline of 100 (−1.1%) from the 8,910 counted in the 2000 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1895

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
US-NJ
Latitude
40.4000°
Longitude
-74.2167°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7980 →
GeoNames ID
5143228 →
Wikidata
Q1082606 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.matawanborough.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Matawan?+
The approach to Matawan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Northern Monmouth County (Sandy Hook Bay) Lighthouses Lighthouse at 4.5 NM to the NE. Other aids include Great Beds (5.2 NM NNW), Waackaack Range Rear (5.2 NM NE), Prince'S Bay (6.5 NM N), Princes Bay Range Front (6.5 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 Matawan?+
The Port of Matawan 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 Matawan?+
You can track vessels near Matawan (USTAW) 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 USTAW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Matawan?+
The Port of Matawan 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.