BORDENTOWN

• USBOJ
• Latitude: 40.1513
• Longitude: -74.7156
• US East Coast
• Marina in US

Location: US

Bordentown, New Jersey, is not traditionally regarded as a major marine port, especially compared to larger and more significant ports like the Port of New York and New Jersey or the Port of Philadelphia, which are relatively nearby. However, Bordentown's location on the Delaware River provides certain facilities and amenities primarily for smaller crafts, recreational boating, and local commercial activities.

Port Description:

Location:

• Coordinates: Approximately 40.1468° N latitude, 74.7110° W longitude.
• Proximity: Situated at the confluence of the Delaware River and Crosswicks Creek in Burlington County.

Functionality:

• Primary Use: Predominantly used for recreational purposes like boating, fishing, and small watercraft activities.
• Commercial Use: Limited commercial activity, mainly small-scale shipping, and local river transport operations.

Specifications:

Facilities:

1. Marinas:

   • Several marinas are available catering to recreational boaters.
   • Basic facilities like docks for boat mooring, fueling stations, and marine repair services are provided.

2. Boat Launches:

   • Public boat launches available for launching smaller crafts.
   • Typically equipped for trailers and include parking facilities.

3. Navigation Aids:

   • Adequate navigational aids for safe passage, particularly important due to the tidal and flow conditions of the Delaware River.

4. Support Services:

   • Repair and maintenance services for smaller boats.
   • Refueling stations.
   • Waste disposal and recycling for marine waste.

Accessibility:

• Road Access: Convenient access via major highways like the New Jersey Turnpike, Interstate 295, and US Route 130.
• River Access: Located on the Delaware River, providing connectivity to larger ports downriver.

Draft and Berthing:

• Typically suitable for smaller craft, with limited draft accommodating vessels of a shallow draft nature.
• Average Draft: Generally does not support deep-draft vessels greater than 12 feet.

Observations:

• Activities: Primarily centered around recreational boating and small-scale local commercial operations rather than large cargo or passenger operations.
• Development: Limited development in terms of heavy port infrastructure due to its primary recreational nature and proximity to larger ports.

Nearby Major Ports for Reference:

1. Port of New York and New Jersey: Major global shipping hub, significant cargo, and passenger operations.
2. Port of Philadelphia: Another key port providing extensive cargo handling, shipping, and logistical facilities.

Future Prospects:

• Given its strategic yet specific use, Bordentown is likely to continue its role as a supportive location for recreational and small-scale commercial marine activities rather than expanding to a major shipping port.

This should provide a clear overview of Bordentown as a marine port within its specific regional context. For any significant commercial maritime operations, stakeholders usually rely on the larger nearby ports.