Re: More Bad News for the Port of Portland
Author: The Voice
Date: 04-09-2015 - 07:53
> David Smith Wrote:
>
> I think 43' channel depth (translated to 41' draft
> due to "squat" effect) is not enough for all
> ships. Newer designs are for drafts over 40' and
> even above 50
I know squat. We sail ships with a 43' draft on a weekly basis. No, 43' is not enough for all ships- but it IS sufficient for the types of vessels that routinely call on the Columbia River ports.