Liberia

Port of Buchanan (LR UCN)

Liberia
Also known as: Grand Bassa; Lower Buchanan
Port information
UN/LOCODE LR UCN
Coordinates 5.8667, -10.0667 (5°52′N 10°04′W)
Nearest city Buchanan
Body of water North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Fair
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 12.5 m
Anchorage depth 20.1 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 9.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 12.8 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Fresh water

Located in Liberia, the port of Buchanan serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Buchanan has a Very small harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Buchanan work with a channel depth of 12.5 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Buchanan located?
Buchanan is a seaport in Liberia.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Buchanan?
The UN/LOCODE for Buchanan is LR UCN.
What is the channel depth at Buchanan?
The channel depth at Buchanan is 12.5 m.
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