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UNLOCODEUS MEM
CountryUnited States
Water BodyMississippi River
SizeSmall
TypeRiver (Natural)
Channel Depth3.4 m
Lat35.0667
Lng-90.1667
Classificationinland_202606
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About This Seaport
Unlike the deep-water seaports its UN/LOCODE might suggest, Memphis is an inland river port — the fourth-largest in the United States and the second-largest on the shallow-draught upper Mississippi. Cargo moves by barge rather than ocean vessel, with petroleum, coal, agricultural and food products, crude materials and chemicals forming the core commodity mix; waterborne traffic reached about 8.2 million short tons in 2022. Presidents Island and the Frank C. Pidgeon Industrial Park host close to 200 companies, including an intermodal terminal jointly run by CSX and Canadian National that ties barge cargo to the rail network. Notably, U.S. Customs collects more import duties here than at many coastal seaports, underlining the port's role as a customs-cleared inland hub. For containerised ocean freight, Memphis works as a distribution point, with actual maritime handling taking place at Gulf ports such as New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Shippers should treat it as a barge-and-rail gateway, not a vessel-calling seaport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Port Of Memphis?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Port Of Memphis is US MEM. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Port Of Memphis located?▼
The port of Port Of Memphis is located in United States (Mississippi River).
What is the size of the port Port Of Memphis?▼
Port Of Memphis is a Small harbor of type River (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Port Of Memphis?▼
The channel depth of Port Of Memphis is 3.4 meters.
Location & Weather
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35.06667, -90.16667
Channel depth: 3.4 m
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