USA

Port of Lake Charles (US LCH)

USA
Port information
UN/LOCODE US LCH
Coordinates 30.2167, -93.2500 (30°13′N 93°15′W)
Region US-LA
Nearest city Lake Charles
Body of water Gulf of Mexico; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter None
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 7.9 m
Cargo pier depth 7.9 m
Oil terminal depth 6.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Located in USA, the port of Lake Charles serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Lake Charles has a Small harbor of the River, natural type. Ships approaching Lake Charles work with a channel depth of 11.0 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Lake Charles located?
Lake Charles is a seaport in USA.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Lake Charles?
The UN/LOCODE for Lake Charles is US LCH.
What is the channel depth at Lake Charles?
The channel depth at Lake Charles is 11 m.
Nearby ports
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