Fishing Precinct
LEE BREAKWATER (S. L. Patterson Berth)
The Lee Breakwater forms the northern boundary of the harbour and runs in an east-west direction. It is 1179m long and its extremity is in 12.2m of water. It is open to the public but might be restricted during adverse weather conditions or for safety/security reasons when vessels are berthed on the SL Patterson Berth.
For information regarding access to the Lee Breakwater, please refer to the shipping schedule or call (03) 5525 0900.
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INTERMITTENT CLOSURES OF SL PATTERSON BERTH (LEE BREAKWATER) One of Port of Portland’s greatest strengths is its diversity of commodities, catering for the exports of grains, logs, woodchips, minerals & livestock and the imports of fertiliser, minerals & wind blades. Berth utilisation cannot be maximised due to loading constraints owing to specific equipment, particularly ship loaders and conveyors, required to handle specific commodities to and from ships. Flexibility in berth usage is sought to optimize the flow of commodities through the port. The SL Patterson berth on the Lee Breakwater will be used to free up time on the busiest berths, therefore requiring intermittent closure from the tide station gate onwards. From a safety prospective, access to the public is restricted when activity is occurring. Gates are re-opened when the area is considered safe. Port of Portland is delighted that the Lee Breakwater is enjoyed by many members of the angling, diving and local community. |
FISHERMENS WHARF
The Fishermens Wharf is located along the canal, south of the original breakwater. The wharf includes berths located on the western side of the old breakwater. It accommodates Portland's cray fishing and charter boat fleet and is about 370m long. The water along the wharf is about 2m deep at chart datum.
Berthing of private vessels is prohibited.
SLIPWAY
The Port's 300 tonne slip can accommodate vessels up to 40m long with beams of 9m.
An extensive range of ship repair and maintenance services and facilities are available on site.
The facility is currently operated by Portland Ocean Steel. For all bookings and enquiries , please call (03) 5523 4858.
TRAWLER WHARF
The Trawler Wharf is located in the western part of the harbour and runs in a north-south direction. The wharf is approximately 138m long and vessels are berthed on the eastern side, where the water is 4m deep at chart datum. The wharf accommodates Portland's trawler fishing fleet and itinerant vessels and from time to time, accommodates other vessels for special events, exceptional circumstances, or emergencies.
In July 2009 Glenelg Shire Council was appointed as Manager of the Portland Bay Local Port (Trawler Wharf) on behalf of the Crown (under the Crown Land Reserves Act 1978).
All enquiries relating to the Trawler Wharf should be directed to Glenelg Shire Council. Please call (03) 5522 2140.
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