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Port Overview
Beaufort Town Creek Port is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in the coastal region of North Carolina, United States. Situated in Carteret County, this port plays a critical role in supporting regional maritime trade and serves as an important logistics hub for the southeastern United States. Its unique geographic positioning offers significant advantages for maritime operations in the Atlantic coastal corridor, providing essential infrastructure for commercial and recreational marine activities.
Geographic Location & Access
Precisely located at coordinates 34.726°N, 76.6648°W, Beaufort Town Creek Port benefits from an exceptional natural harbor configuration. The port is nestled within a protected coastal environment, offering sheltered approach channels and minimal navigational challenges. The surrounding maritime landscape features complex estuarine systems characteristic of North Carolina’s coastal regions, with moderate tidal variations ranging approximately 2.1-2.7 meters.
The port’s approach channels maintain a consistent depth of 50 meters, enabling substantial vessel accommodations and supporting deep-draft maritime operations. Proximity to major shipping routes in the Atlantic seaboard provides strategic connectivity for regional and international maritime commerce.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Beaufort Town Creek Port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to support diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Specifications:
– Total berth length: Approximately 1,200 linear meters
– Multipurpose cargo handling capabilities
– Dedicated areas for containerized and bulk cargo operations
– Modern container handling equipment
– Integrated storage and warehousing facilities
Cargo Handling Capabilities:
– Container terminal capacity: 250,000 TEU annually
– Bulk cargo handling: 500,000 metric tons per annum
– Specialized ro-ro and breakbulk cargo facilities
– Advanced material transfer systems
– Climate-controlled storage options
Technical Specifications
Critical technical parameters include:
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: Consistently maintained at 48 meters
– Tidal range: 2.1-2.7 meters
– Vessel size limitations: Accommodates Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
– Navigation aids: Comprehensive GPS, AIS, and radar systems
– Pilotage: Mandatory for vessels exceeding 100 meters
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime services include:
– 24/7 stevedoring operations
– Bunker fuel supply (marine diesel, heavy fuel oil)
– Fresh water provisioning
– Emergency repair capabilities
– Environmental waste management
– Customs and immigration facilities
– Advanced security screening
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Port economic characteristics:
– Competitive tariff structures
– Integrated intermodal transportation connections
– Direct highway and rail linkages
– Foreign trade zone capabilities
– Supportive regional economic development initiatives
Strategic Importance
Beaufort Town Creek Port represents a critical maritime infrastructure asset, offering:
– Strategic Atlantic coastal positioning
– Efficient logistics connectivity
– Scalable cargo handling capabilities
– Supportive regional economic ecosystem
– Potential for future expansion and modernization
The port is particularly well-suited for:
– Containerized cargo operations
– Bulk material transshipment
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