Seaport · United States
Port of Petersburg
Petersburg (United States) is a small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 19300). It lies on the Alaska-Canada coastal waters.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- USPSG
- World Port Index no.
- 19300
- Coordinates
- 56.82°N, 132.95°W
- Harbor size
- Small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- Alaska-Canada coastal waters; North Pacific Ocean
- WPI region
- Alaska
- Repairs
- Limited
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 6.4 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 6.4 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 6.4 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 6.4 m |
| Tidal range | 4.3 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- Quarantine: pratique
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage available
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Electricity
- Navigation equipment
- Electrical repair
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
- Deck supplies
- Engine supplies
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Telefax
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
- Airport
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 5,800 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,800 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,270 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Petersburg, with full port guides:
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: U.S. Coast Pilot 8 - Alaska: Dixon Entrance to Cape Spencer - Cape Spencer.
Frequently asked questions about Petersburg
Where is Port of Petersburg?
Petersburg (United States) lies on the Alaska-Canada coastal waters, at about 56.82°N, 132.95°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Petersburg?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE USPSG for Petersburg. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Petersburg from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,800 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,270 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Prince Rupert, Vancouver, Seattle.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Petersburg?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Petersburg through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.