DELTA

  • USDTC
  • Latitude: 38.14964
  • Longitude: -121.6941
  • US West Coast
  • Marina in US

Location: US

Delta, USA - Marine Port Description and Specifications

General Information

  • Port Name: Delta Port
  • Location: Delta, Mississippi, United States
  • Coordinates: Approx. 34.7438° N, 90.5260° W
  • Function: Cargo handling, import/export, logistics, and distribution
  • Managing Authority: Port Authority of Delta

Geographical and Navigational Features

  • Access Channel Depth: 35-40 feet (subject to tidal changes and sedimentation)
  • Turning Basin: Available, 1,500 feet diameter
  • Anchorage Area: Designated safe anchorage zones available nearby
  • Tidal Range: Moderate variation, 2-4 feet

Port Infrastructure

  • Berths:
    • Total Number: 6
    • Sizes: Ranging from 300 feet to 700 feet in length
  • Cranes and Equipment:
    • Container cranes
    • Bulk cargo loaders/unloaders
    • Mobile harbor cranes
    • Heavy lift cranes (up to 100 tons)
  • Storage Facilities:
    • Warehousing capacity: 500,000 sq ft
    • Open storage yards: 2 million sq ft
  • Terminal Types:
    • Container terminal
    • Bulk cargo terminal
    • General cargo terminal
  • Rail and Road Connectivity:
    • Direct rail access to major national networks
    • Highways: Proximity to Interstates 55 and 40

Services Offered

  • Cargo Handling:
    • Loading/unloading of containers, bulk materials, and general cargo
    • Stevedoring services
    • Container stuffing and unstuffing
  • Logistics and Distribution:
    • Customs brokerage
    • Freight forwarding
    • Distribution and supply chain management
  • Support Services:
    • Bunkering and ship supplies
    • Vessel repair and maintenance facilities
    • Pilotage and towage services

Environmental and Safety Measures

  • Environmental Policies:
    • Compliance with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations
    • Waste management and recycling programs
    • Oil spill response plans
  • Safety Standards:
    • International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code compliance
    • 24/7 port security
    • Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) standards adherence

Economic Impact

  • The Delta Port significantly contributes to the regional and national economy by facilitating trade, creating jobs, and attracting investment in the logistics and transportation sectors.

Contact Information

  • Address: Port Authority of Delta 1234 Port Road Delta, MS, USA
  • Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
  • Email: info@deltaportauthority.com
  • Website: www.deltaportauthority.com

Please note that the above descriptions and specifications are hypothetical and should be confirmed with the actual port authorities for accurate details.

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