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Port of SOUTH AMBOY

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Port Location

About Port of SOUTH AMBOY

South Amboy is a canal port situated on Raritan Bay in New Jersey. It serves as a transshipment point for various cargo types. The port is equipped for pilotage services.

Background
South Amboy is a city in Middlesex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, located on Raritan Bay. As of the 2020 United States census, the city's population was 9,411, an increase of 780 (+9.0%) from the 2010 census count of 8,631, which in turn reflected an increase of 718 (+9.1%) from the 7,913 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
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7980 →
GeoNames ID
5143228 →
Wikidata
Q572040 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.southamboynj.gov →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
40.4875°
Longitude
-74.2742°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of SOUTH AMBOY?+
The approach to SOUTH AMBOY is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Great Beds Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Prince'S Bay (3 NM ENE), Princes Bay Range Front (3 NM ENE), Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse (4.1 NM NNE), Northern Monmouth County (Sandy Hook Bay) Lighthouses (6.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of SOUTH AMBOY?+
The Port of SOUTH AMBOY 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 SOUTH AMBOY?+
You can track vessels near SOUTH AMBOY (USZZM) 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 USZZM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of SOUTH AMBOY?+
The Port of SOUTH AMBOY 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.