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Port Overview
Scappoose Bay Park, located in the Northwestern Pacific (NP) region of the United States, represents a unique maritime facility within the Columbia River system. Positioned at coordinates 45.8253°N, -122.836°E, this port serves as a critical infrastructure point for regional maritime operations, particularly in the context of environmental management and local maritime activities. As a U.S. Wildlife Refuge (USVWR) designated port, it offers specialized maritime services with a strong emphasis on ecological preservation and controlled maritime access.
Geographic Location & Access
Situated in the Columbia River watershed, Scappoose Bay Park benefits from a strategic inland location that provides protected maritime access. The port’s coordinates place it within a sheltered bay environment, offering natural protection from open water conditions. The approach channels are characterized by moderate navigational complexity, with careful navigation required due to the ecological sensitivity of the surrounding wildlife refuge area. Local climate conditions are typically maritime temperate, with moderate seasonal variations that support year-round maritime operations.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
While primarily a wildlife refuge port, Scappoose Bay Park offers limited but specialized maritime infrastructure. The facility is designed with environmental conservation as a primary consideration, featuring:
– Minimal commercial berthing capabilities
– Restricted cargo handling facilities
– Specialized ecological monitoring infrastructure
– Limited access points for authorized maritime activities
– Environmental research and observation platforms
Technical Specifications
Technical capabilities of Scappoose Bay Park are carefully controlled:
– Maximum Draft: 50 meters (theoretical maximum)
– Channel Depths: Variable, subject to ecological management
– Tidal Variations: Moderate, influenced by Columbia River system
– Navigation: Restricted and carefully managed
– Pilotage: Specialized ecological management protocols
– Vessel Restrictions: Strict environmental access controls
Operational Services
Operational services are uniquely tailored to wildlife refuge requirements:
– Minimal commercial cargo handling
– Environmental monitoring services
– Research vessel support
– Controlled maritime access
– Ecological preservation protocols
– Limited bunkering capabilities
– Specialized marine research support
Commercial & Economic Aspects
The port’s economic significance is primarily ecological and research-oriented:
– Limited commercial maritime operations
– Focus on environmental research and preservation
– Minimal direct economic maritime impact
– Specialized scientific and conservation value
– Restricted commercial maritime activities
Strategic Importance
Scappoose Bay Park’s strategic importance lies in its unique positioning as a protected maritime ecosystem:
– Critical wildlife habitat preservation
– Marine research and environmental monitoring
– Controlled maritime access point
– Ecological conservation demonstration site
– Scientific research infrastructure
– Biodiversity protection mechanism
Conclusion
Scappoose Bay Park (USVWR) represents a specialized maritime facility that prioritizes ecological preservation over traditional port operations. Its strategic location in the Columbia River system, combined with strict environmental management protocols, makes it a unique maritime infrastructure asset focused on conservation and scientific research.
MarineTraffic ID: 14766 provides additional tracking and identification capabilities for authorized maritime operations within this environmentally sensitive area.
Recommended for: Marine researchers, environmental scientists, ecological monitoring teams, and specialized maritime
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