USA

Port of Tampa (US TPA)

USA
Port of Tampa, USA © Zeng8r (talk) · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE US TPA
Coordinates 27.9167, -82.4500 (27°55′N 82°27′W)
Region US-FL
Nearest city Tampa
Body of water Gulf of Mexico; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 0.6 m
Channel depth 12.5 m
Anchorage depth 14 m
Cargo pier depth 11 m
Oil terminal depth 9.4 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 No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #229
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 100.11

Tampa is a seaport on the coast of USA, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a Coastal, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 12.5 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Tampa located?
Tampa is a seaport in USA.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Tampa?
The UN/LOCODE for Tampa is US TPA.
What is the channel depth at Tampa?
The channel depth at Tampa is 12.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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