Facilities

Information about available sites and facilities, including size, configuration, available infrastructure, transportation attributes and the opportunity of being at The Port of Harlingen has to offer.

What We Offer

The Port of Harlingen Authority has more than 300 acres of on and off channel sites available seeking economical and efficient transportation.

2,000 acres of land
650 ft. of multi-cargo wharf
100 linear ft. dry bulk wharf
5 Docks
Short-sea shipping via M-10 and M-69 Marine Highways
Direct connection to US-77, US-83 and I-69
Terminal rail serviced by Union Pacific with connections to Santa Fe and Kansas City Southern de Mexico
Air Service through the International Cargo facilities at Valley International Airport
Located 25 miles inland of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway
Harlingen Channel: 125′ wide x 12′ deep
Turning Basin: 400′ wide & 14′ deep

Barges, Stevedoring & Barges

Normal capacity of dry hopper barges are 1,200 to 1,500 short tons. Liquid barges carry between 24,00 and 28,000 barrels. Stevedoring services are available by various independent companies who can quote all inclusive costs for the service required. The Free Trade International Bridge at Los Indios is 18 miles from the Port.

Utilities

Electric & Internet Services: Electrical service is provided by American Electric Power. Single and three phase power is available at standard, primary and secondary voltage. The port is serviced by air fiber, and can help you secure speeds up to 100MB x 100MB.
Natural Gas: A 4-inch main brings natural gas to the Port at approximately 200 pounds per pressure. The BTU rate is 1 cubic foot = 1,000 BTU’s.
Water Service: The Port is serviced by the East Rio Hondo Water Supply Corporation.
Rail Service: Rail service is provided by Union Pacific, Burlington Northern – Santa Fe, and Kansas City Southern de Mexico when transporting to Mexico.