USA

Port of Richmond (US RIC)

USA
Port of Richmond, USA © Richmond Comprehensive Planning Slide Collection, M 387, Special Collections and Archives, James Branch Cabell Library, · Public domain
Port information
UN/LOCODE US RIC
Coordinates 37.5333, -77.4167 (37°32′N 77°25′W)
Region US-VA
Nearest city Port Richmond
Body of water North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 1.2 m
Channel depth 4.9 m
Anchorage depth 4.9 m
Cargo pier depth 4.9 m
Oil terminal depth 4.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock 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
Fixed crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Richmond operates as a working harbor in USA, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Very small harbor laid out as River, natural sets the scale of operations at Richmond. Draft at the approach to Richmond is constrained by a 4.9 m channel depth. Cargo moving through Richmond typically connects onward through Port Richmond.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Richmond located?
Richmond is a seaport in USA, near Port Richmond.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Richmond?
The UN/LOCODE for Richmond is US RIC.
What is the channel depth at Richmond?
The channel depth at Richmond is 4.9 m.
Nearby ports
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