Seaport · United States
Port of Portsmouth (WPI 8290)
Portsmouth (WPI 8290) (United States) is a small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 8290). It lies on the North Atlantic Ocean.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- USPTM
- World Port Index no.
- 8290
- Coordinates
- 36.82°N, 76.30°W
- Harbor size
- Small
- Harbor type
- River (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Excellent
- Waters
- North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- United States E Coast
- Repairs
- Major
- Dry dock
- Large
- 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 | 12.5 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 12.5 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 11.0 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 7.9 m |
| Tidal range | 0.9 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- Mobile cranes
- Floating cranes
- Lifts over 100 t
- Lifts 50–100 t
- Lifts 25–49 t
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Good holding ground
- Turning area
- Quarantine: pratique
- Quarantine: sanitation
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Tugs: assistance
- Tugs: salvage
Services
- Longshoremen
- Electricity
- Steam
- Navigation equipment
- Electrical repair
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
- Dirty ballast disposal
- Degaussing
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) | 7,950 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 7,960 nm |
| Hai Phong | 7,340 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
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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 3 - Atlantic Coast: Sandy Hook NJ to Cape Henry VA.
Frequently asked questions about Portsmouth (WPI 8290)
Where is Port of Portsmouth (WPI 8290)?
Portsmouth (WPI 8290) (United States) lies on the North Atlantic Ocean, at about 36.82°N, 76.30°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Portsmouth (WPI 8290)?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE USPTM for Portsmouth (WPI 8290). Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Portsmouth (WPI 8290) from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 7,950 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 7,340 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Norfolk (Virginia), New York / New Jersey, Charleston.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Portsmouth (WPI 8290)?
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