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Port of Texas City

USTXT🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Texas City

This deepwater port is situated on Galveston Bay, a key location within a major US shipping hub. It handles significant trade tonnage, ranking among the leading ports in the United States.

Background
The Port of Texas City is a major deepwater port in Texas City, Texas at Galveston Bay, United States. Its location on the bay, which is used by the Port of Houston and the Port of Galveston, puts Texas City in the heart of one of the world's most important shipping hubs. As of 2008 the Port of Texas City was the 14th leading port in the United States by total tons of trade and as of 2007 it was the 87th leading port in the world, according to the American Association of Port Authorities.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
9160 →
GeoNames ID
4736139 →
Wikidata
Q7231279 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.tctrr.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USTXT
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
US-TX
Area
Gulf of Mexico
Body of Water
Galveston Bay
Latitude
29.3785°
Longitude
-94.8920°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Texas City?+
The approach to Texas City is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity River Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the N. Other aids include Galveston Inlet Inner Range (5.4 NM ESE), Galveston Inlet Range (6.2 NM ESE), Upper Galveston Bay Outer (6.5 NM NNE), Bolivar Point (6.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Texas City on?+
The Port of Texas City is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Texas City?+
You can track vessels near Texas City (USTXT) 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 USTXT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Texas City?+
The Port of Texas City 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.