Seaport · United States
Port of Valdez
Valdez (United States) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 19670). It lies on the Gulf of Alaska.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- USVDZ
- World Port Index no.
- 19670
- Coordinates
- 61.12°N, 146.25°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- Gulf of Alaska; 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 | 23.2 m |
|---|---|
| Cargo pier depth | 12.5 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 23.2 m |
| Tidal range | 3.7 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts over 100 t
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Quarantine: pratique
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
- Dirty ballast disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
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) | 5,320 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,320 nm |
| Hai Phong | 4,780 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Valdez, 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 9 - Alaska: Cape Spencer to Beaufort Sea - Beaufort Sea.
Frequently asked questions about Valdez
Where is Port of Valdez?
Valdez (United States) lies on the Gulf of Alaska, at about 61.12°N, 146.25°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Valdez?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE USVDZ for Valdez. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Valdez from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,320 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 4,780 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 Valdez?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Valdez 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.