USA

Port of Chicago (US CHI)

UN/LOCODE
US CHI
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
7.9 m
Nearest city
Chicago
Body of water
Lake Michigan; Great Lakes
First port of entry
Yes
USA
Port of Chicago, USA © J. Crocker · Attribution
Port information
Region
US-IL
Coordinates
41.8833, -87.6000 (41°53′N 87°36′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, tide gates
Shelter
Excellent
Anchorage depth
6.4 m
Cargo pier depth
6.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by ice: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Chicago operates as a working harbor in USA, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as Coastal, tide gates sets the scale of operations at Chicago. Draft at the approach to Chicago is constrained by a 7.9 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Chicago located?
Chicago is a seaport in USA.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Chicago?
The UN/LOCODE for Chicago is US CHI.
What is the channel depth at Chicago?
The channel depth at Chicago is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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