Seaport · United States
Port of Portland (WPI 16940)
Portland (WPI 16940) (United States) is a large port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 16940). It lies on the North Pacific Ocean.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- USPDX
- World Port Index no.
- 16940
- Coordinates
- 45.52°N, 122.67°W
- Harbor size
- Large
- Harbor type
- River (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Excellent
- Waters
- North Pacific Ocean
- WPI region
- United States W Coast
- Repairs
- Major
- Dry dock
- Medium
- Railway (slipway)
- Large
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 11.0 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 7.9 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 12.5 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 12.5 m |
| Tidal range | 1.2 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- Mobile cranes
- Floating cranes
- Lifts over 100 t
Entrance restrictions
- Tide
- Other restrictions
- Overhead limits
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Turning area
- Quarantine: pratique
- Quarantine: sanitation
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
- Tugs: assistance
- Tugs: salvage
Services
- Electricity
- Steam
- 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
- Rail
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) | 6,500 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 6,510 nm |
| Hai Phong | 6,000 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Portland (WPI 16940), 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 Portland (WPI 16940)
Where is Port of Portland (WPI 16940)?
Portland (WPI 16940) (United States) lies on the North Pacific Ocean, at about 45.52°N, 122.67°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Portland (WPI 16940)?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE USPDX for Portland (WPI 16940). Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Portland (WPI 16940) from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 6,500 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 6,000 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Tacoma, Seattle, Vancouver.
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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.