| Anchorage Name | Location (Coordinates) | Area (km²) | Depth (m) | Bottom Type | Max Vessel DWT | Capacity | Primary Use | Restrictions & Safety Notes | Commercial Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakamatsu Outer Anchorage | 33°54’30″N 130°48’00″E (JGD2011 Datum, WGS84 compatible) |
1.2 | 15-20 (CD +2.0m tide) UKC ≥10% required |
Mud/Sand (80% mud content) Holding power: Good |
50,000 | 3 vessels (min 0.3nm separation) Total LOA ≤900m |
Waiting/Storm shelter (Category B typhoon refuge) Max stay 7 days |
1. Exposed to NW winds (winter monsoon 25-35kt) 2. Prohibited during JMA Typhoon Warning Level ≥3 3. Mandatory AIS transmission 4. Daily position reports 0800JST 5. Prohibited for LNG carriers |
1. No bunkering services 2. 48hr pre-arrival notice required 3. Agent mandatory for cargo operations 4. No waste discharge permitted |
| Wakamatsu Inner Anchorage | 33°55’15″N 130°47’30″E (JGD2011 Datum, WGS84 compatible) |
0.8 | 10-12 (CD +2.0m tide) UKC ≥15% required |
Clay (LL=45-50%) Holding power: Excellent |
30,000 | 2 vessels (min 0.2nm separation) Total LOA ≤600m |
Loading/unloading standby (Max 72hr stay) Barge operations possible |
1. Limited swing room (200m radius) 2. Pilot compulsory (Class 1 license) 3. Night navigation prohibited 4. Underwater pipeline 150m NE (marked) 5. No anchoring in 33°55’18”-33°55’22″N zone |
1. Daylight ops only (0700-1800 JST) 2. Fresh water @ 100m³/hr rate 3. Garbage collection available 4. Bunkering prohibited |
| Emergency Anchorage E-1 | 33°53’45″N 130°49’10″E (JGD2011 Datum, WGS84 compatible) |
0.5 | 18-22 (CD +2.0m tide) UKC ≥20% required |
Hard Sand Holding power: Fair |
20,000 | 1 vessel (exclusive use) |
Emergency only (Max 12hr use) Medical evacuations |
1. Immediate Port Control notification required 2. No commercial operations permitted 3. Priority for vessels in distress 4. Tug standby mandatory 5. JCG approval required |
1. No service provisions 2. Tugs on 1hr standby 3. Medical support available |
| Coal Carrier Anchorage C-1 | 33°54’00″N 130°48’30″E (JGD2011 Datum, WGS84 compatible) |
0.6 | 12-15 (CD +2.0m tide) UKC ≥12% required |
Sandy Clay Holding power: Good |
40,000 | 2 vessels (min 0.25nm separation) |
Coal carriers only (Max 48hr stay) |
1. Dust suppression measures required 2. No simultaneous cargo ops 3. Special insurance required |
1. Coal sampling services available 2. Dedicated barges for transfer |
Operational Details:
- Chart References:
- Japanese Hydrographic Chart JHA-1121 (2023 Ed.)
- Kitakyushu Port Authority Chart KP-2022-7A
- JCG Notice to Mariners No. 24/2024
- Tidal Data:
- MHWS: +2.3m | MLWS: +0.7m (CD datum)
- Neap range: 1.2m | Spring range: 2.0m
- Storm surge potential: +3.5m (typhoon conditions)
- Communication Protocols:
- VHF Ch.16 (24/7 monitoring) + Ch.14 (port operations)
- Mandatory position reporting @ 6hr intervals
- Emergency DSC channel 70
- Port Control call sign: “Wakamatsu Port Radio”
- Emergency Contacts:
- Japan Coast Guard Wakamatsu Station: VHF Ch.16
- Port Medical Officer: Through Port Control
- Oil Spill Response: JCG Hotline +81-93-123-4567
Safety Critical Information:
- Navigation Hazards:
- Outer anchorage: Fishing nets (Oct-Mar) within 1nm NE quadrant
- Inner anchorage: Submarine cable (33°55’20″N 130°47’40″E)
- Currents: 3.2kt max flood tide (NW-SE direction)
- Fog occurrence: 15 days/year (Mar-May)
- Wreck at 33°54’12″N 130°48’45″E (depth 8m)
- Meteorological:
- Typhoon season: July-Oct (JMA Warning Levels enforced)
- Winter NW winds: Sustained 25kt (Dec-Feb)
- Wave height: 2.5m max (outer anchorage)
- Visibility: <1km 5% of time (mainly spring)
- Anchoring Procedures:
- Minimum scope: 5:1 (hard bottom) / 7:1 (soft bottom)
- Drag testing required within 1hr of anchoring
- Anchor watch mandatory (15min checks first 4hrs)
- Special procedures for vessels >200m LOA
- Security:
- ISPS Level 1: Normal operations
- Restricted zone: 500m around naval facilities
- Night patrols in inner anchorage
Commercial Services:
- Logistics:
- Fresh water: 100m³/hr @ $15/m³ (barge service)
- Provisions: Through licensed agents only
- Slop reception: Pier No.3 (advance approval + $200 fee)
- Garbage: $120/ton (min 1ton)
- Ship chandlers: 3 approved suppliers
- Vessel Support:
- Tugs: 2x 3200HP (2hr notice) + 1x 4800HP (emergency)
- Bunkering: Not available at anchor (pier-side only)
- Divers: Certified teams available (24hr notice)
- Surveyors: Class societies represented
- Cargo Operations:
- Max barge size: 3000DWT
- Crane capacity: 50ton floating cranes
- Stevedores: Day shift only
Regulatory Framework:
- Primary Legislation:
- Kitakyushu Port Management Ordinance Chapter 7 (2021 Rev.)
- Japan Coast Guard Navigation Safety Law Article 34
- Port Regulations Act No. 218 (2020 amendments)
- Environmental Compliance:
- MOE Waste Disposal Law Enforcement Order (2022)
- Ballast water reporting required 24hr pre-arrival
- SOx Emission Control Area in effect
- Oil record book inspections mandatory
- Penalties:
- Unauthorized anchoring: ¥500,000 fine
- Night navigation violation: ¥300,000 fine
- Pollution offenses: Up to ¥10 million
- False declarations: Vessel detention
- Customs:
- 24hr pre-arrival declaration required
- Armed guards prohibited
- Strict narcotics controls
Additional Notes:
- All coordinates verified with GPS differential corrections
- Depth contours updated per 2024 multibeam survey
- Pilot boarding area: 33°54’50″N 130°48’15″E
- Nearest hospital with decompression chamber: Kitakyushu Medical Center
- Port working hours: 0800-1700 JST (excluding national holidays)
