USA

Port of Houston (US HOU)

UN/LOCODE
US HOU
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
14 m
Nearest city
Houston
Body of water
Gulf of Mexico; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
USA
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Port information
Region
US-TX
Coordinates
29.7500, -95.2833 (29°45′N 95°17′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River, tide gates
Shelter
Good
Anchorage depth
9.4 m
Cargo pier depth
7.9 m
Oil terminal depth
11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Medium 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
#334
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #334
300.1
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 300.1

Houston operates as a working harbor in USA, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Large harbor laid out as River, tide gates sets the scale of operations at Houston. Draft at the approach to Houston is constrained by a 14.0 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

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

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