Seaport · United States
Port Allen
Port Allen (United States) is a small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 56290). It lies on the North Pacific Ocean.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- USPAL
- World Port Index no.
- 56290
- Coordinates
- 21.90°N, 159.58°W
- Harbor size
- Small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (breakwater)
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- North Pacific Ocean
- WPI region
- Hawaiian Islands
- 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 | 9.4 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 15.5 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 11.0 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 9.4 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Quarantine: sanitation
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Telefax
- Radio
- 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) | 5,360 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,360 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,140 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Port Allen, 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 10 - Oregon Washington Hawaii and Pacific Islands.
Frequently asked questions about Port Allen
Where is Port Allen?
Port Allen (United States) lies on the North Pacific Ocean, at about 21.90°N, 159.58°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Port Allen?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE USPAL for Port Allen. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Port Allen from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,360 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,140 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Oakland, Los Angeles, Long Beach.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Port Allen?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Port Allen 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.