Port of Tuxpan
Tuxpan is a river harbor in Mexico, registered under the UN/LOCODE code MXTUX.
This is a directory stub generated from the UN/LOCODE registry; a fuller write-up has not yet been added.
Port characteristics
- Size / type
- Medium, River, natural
- Shelter
- Excellent
- Entrance restrictions
- Affected by swell, other factors
- Overhead limitations
- Bridges or power cables present
- Charted depths
- Channel3.4–4.6 m (11–15 ft)
- Anchorage14.0–15.2 m (46–51 ft)
- Cargo pier11.0–12.2 m (36–40 ft)
- Oil/LNG terminal4.9–6.1 m (16–20 ft)
- Terminal infrastructure
- Cargo handlingCargo pier charted (11.0–12.2 m (36–40 ft))
- Oil / LNG handlingOil/LNG terminal charted (4.9–6.1 m (16–20 ft))
Container-terminal handling is not classified by the WPI dataset, so this entry does not infer it.
- Mean tidal range
- 1 m
- Max. vessel size
- Over 152 m (500 ft) length
- Also noted
- good holding ground; turning area available
Facilities and services
The port requires an ETA message. Pilotage is compulsory and available. Assist tugs are available. Pratique is available. Communications include radio and radiotelephone. Cargo can be worked at wharves, anchor, and Mediterranean moor.
The port offers medical facilities and dirty ballast reception. Fixed cranes are available. Available services include longshore labor and electrical services. Supplies on offer include water and fuel oil.
Repair capability is rated limited and there is a small drydock.
Notes and references
- NGA Pub. 150, World Port Index, 27th ed. (2019), index no. 9370, Pub. 148. Port characteristics are historical reference data; verify current depths, restrictions, facilities, and services with official notices.
- NGA World Port Index database (WPI.mdb), 2019. Facilities and services data.
- Record status: WPI-classified port.