USA

Port of Baltimore (US BAL)

UN/LOCODE
US BAL
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
14 m
Nearest city
Baltimore
Body of water
North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
USA
Port of Baltimore, USA © US department of agriculture · Public domain
Port information
Region
US-MD
Coordinates
39.2667, -76.5833 (39°16′N 76°35′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River, natural
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
0.3 m
Anchorage depth
14 m
Cargo pier depth
14 m
Oil terminal depth
11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#79
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #79
225.65
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 225.65

Located in USA, the port of Baltimore serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Baltimore has a Large harbor of the River, natural type. Ships approaching Baltimore work with a channel depth of 14.0 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Baltimore located?
Baltimore is a seaport in USA.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Baltimore?
The UN/LOCODE for Baltimore is US BAL.
What is the channel depth at Baltimore?
The channel depth at Baltimore is 14 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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