FORT BELVOIR

• USDAA
• Latitude: 38.7069
• Longitude: -77.1303
• US East Coast
• Marina in US

Location: US

Fort Belvoir is a United States Army installation and is not a traditional marine port. Located in Fairfax County, Virginia, Fort Belvoir is primarily a military and administrative installation rather than a commercial port. It's situated near the Potomac River, which provides some waterfront access, but it doesn't function as a major marine shipping or receiving hub.

Here's a concise description:

Fort Belvoir: Installation Overview

Location:

• Fairfax County, Virginia, near the Potomac River
• Approximately 20 miles south of Washington, D.C.

Primary Function:

• Military and administrative support
• Hosts a wide range of military, defense, and intelligence agencies

Specifications and Features:

Land Area:

• Approximately 8,000 acres

Major Facilities:

• Headquarters for numerous Department of Defense (DoD) agencies
• Network Enterprise Center for military communication and IT support
• Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
• Various training facilities and family support services
• Recreation and wellness centers for service members and families

Waterfront Activity:

• Limited compared to commercial ports
• Small marina for recreational purposes; not equipped for large commercial shipping

Transportation and Access:

• Accessible via U.S. Route 1 (Richmond Highway) and Interstate 95
• Nearby to major airports (Reagan National Airport, Dulles International Airport)
• Proximity to rail and public transport networks in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area

Important Units and Tenants:

• Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
• U.S. Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM)
• Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)
• Various healthcare and support units

Security:

• High security given its strategic military importance
• Access restricted to authorized personnel only

Summary

While Fort Belvoir features a small marina, its primary purpose is to serve as a hub for various military and defense-related operations. It is not designed to handle the kind of commercial shipping traffic typical of major U.S. marine ports but instead focuses on providing comprehensive support and services to its various military and administrative tenants.