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Port of WEST HAVEN

USWHC🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of WEST HAVEN

West Haven is a marina located on Long Island Sound in Connecticut. It provides pilotage and tug services.

Background
West Haven is a city in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States, located on the coast of Long Island Sound. The city is part of the South Central Connecticut Planning Region. At the 2020 census, the population of the city was 55,584.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

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

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B

History

Established
1921

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USWHC
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
41.2719°
Longitude
-72.9344°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7550 →
GeoNames ID
4839389 →
Wikidata
Q54219 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cityofwesthaven.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of WEST HAVEN?+
The approach to WEST HAVEN is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is New Haven Outer Channel Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the SW. Other aids include Five Mile Point (1.9 NM SE), New Haven and West Haven Lighthouses (2.5 NM SSE), Southwest Ledge (2.5 NM SSE), Stratford Lighthouses (10.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of WEST HAVEN?+
The Port of WEST HAVEN 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 WEST HAVEN?+
You can track vessels near WEST HAVEN (USWHC) 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 USWHC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of WEST HAVEN?+
The Port of WEST HAVEN 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.