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Port Overview
Waukegan Port (USUGN) is a strategically positioned maritime facility located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan in Illinois, United States. Serving as a critical infrastructure point for regional maritime commerce, the port plays a significant role in the Great Lakes shipping network. Situated approximately 40 kilometers north of Chicago, Waukegan Port provides essential maritime logistics and transportation services for industrial and commercial maritime operations in the Midwest region.
Geographic Location & Access
Precise Coordinates: 42.3717°N, -87.8165°W
The port is strategically positioned on Lake Michigan’s western shoreline, offering direct access to the Great Lakes maritime transportation system. Waukegan’s geographic location provides excellent connectivity to major Midwestern industrial centers, with proximity to Chicago’s extensive transportation infrastructure. The port experiences a temperate climate with seasonal variations typical of the Great Lakes region, including potential winter ice conditions that may impact maritime operations.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Waukegan Port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to support diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Specifications:
– Total terminal area: Approximately 80 hectares
– Multipurpose cargo handling capabilities
– Dedicated areas for bulk, break-bulk, and general cargo operations
– Modern cargo transfer equipment
– Covered and open storage facilities
Berth Characteristics:
– Multiple berths with flexible configuration
– Total berth length: Approximately 1,200 linear meters
– Dedicated terminals for various cargo types
– Specialized handling equipment for different cargo categories
Technical Specifications
Key Technical Parameters:
– Maximum Draft: 50 meters
– Channel Depth: Maintained at 8.5 meters
– Tidal Range: Minimal (Great Lakes tidal variations)
– Vessel Size Limitations: Accommodates Great Lakes-class vessels
– Navigation Supports: Comprehensive marine navigation systems
– Pilotage: Mandatory for all commercial vessels
Operational Services
Comprehensive Port Services:
– Professional stevedoring operations
– Efficient cargo handling and transshipment
– Bunker fuel supply (marine diesel, heavy fuel oil)
– Fresh water provisions
– Basic ship repair and maintenance support
– Waste management and environmental compliance services
– Customs and immigration facilities
– 24/7 port authority coordination
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Economic Characteristics:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integrated multimodal transportation connections
– Direct rail and highway linkages
– Part of Illinois’ free trade logistics network
– Supports regional manufacturing and industrial supply chains
Strategic Importance
Regional Maritime Significance:
– Critical Great Lakes maritime infrastructure
– Supporting Midwestern industrial export/import networks
– Facilitates bulk and break-bulk cargo movements
– Potential for future expansion and modernization
– Committed to sustainable maritime operations
Cargo Handling Capabilities
Primary Cargo Types:
– Bulk commodities
– Agricultural products
– Industrial materials
– Construction aggregates
– Potential container and general cargo
Competitive Advantages
– Strategic Midwest location
– Modern infrastructure
– Flexible cargo handling capabilities
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