USA

Port of Great Lakes (US GRL)

USA
Port information
UN/LOCODE US GRL
Coordinates 42.3000, -87.8333 (42°18′N 87°50′W)
Region US-IL
Nearest city Great Lakes
Body of water Lake Michigan; Great Lakes
First port of entry No
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Channel depth 3.4 m
Anchorage depth 6.4 m
Cargo pier depth 3.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Tug assistance No
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice Yes
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel

Great Lakes operates as a working harbor in USA, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Very small harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Great Lakes. Draft at the approach to Great Lakes is constrained by a 3.4 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Great Lakes located?
Great Lakes is a seaport in USA.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Great Lakes?
The UN/LOCODE for Great Lakes is US GRL.
What is the channel depth at Great Lakes?
The channel depth at Great Lakes is 3.4 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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