Notice

Port of Houston

January 13, 2025

Notices

Subject: ExxonMobil Baytown Drafts Update Effective January 13, 2025

Good afternoon,  Suggested ExxonMobil Baytown Docks Maximum Drafts Effective January 13, 2025

Berth     FW Max Draft / Max Arrival Displacement

#1           33.0'  FW MLLW / 40,000 MT maximum arrival displacement                   

#2           33.0'  FW MLLW / 40,000 MT maximum arrival displacement

#3           45.0'  FW MLLW / 80,000 MT maximum arrival displacement                                             
 #5           45.0'  FW MLLW / 120,000 MT maximum arrival displacement

#6           45.0'  FW MLLW / 120,000 MT maximum arrival displacement

Important Notes:

(1)  BTRF drafts are noted as Fresh Water, corrected to MLLW based on 0.0' tide gauge at Morgan's Point.  Drafts include a Cushion of 2.0' Under-Keel Clearance.

(2)  Available water depth may be temporarily reduced due to height of tide or during periods of high winds.  Vessels scheduled to arrive at, or load to, maximum drafts should review latest weather and tide conditions to insure adequate water levels are available for safe operations.

Disclaimer: For quality assurance purposes please note well that while the information contained in this website is regularly vetted for accuracy it is not intended to replace the local knowledge or expertise pertaining to port conditions of our marine operations personnel.

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