Natchez-Adams County Port Commission

The Natchez-Adams County Port Commission operates an important inland port facility located on the Mississippi River at mile marker 361.5 in Natchez, Mississippi. Positioned at a major junction for road and rail connections, the port serves as a distribution hub for a wide range of cargo including lumber, linerboard, grain, petroleum products, chemicals, and oversized machinery. It provides direct shipping services to over 50 countries across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, making it a key player in the international and domestic shipping network. The port’s significance is enhanced by its location within the Adams County Industrial Park, supporting regional economic development through job creation, business attraction, and expanded logistics services. Facilities including cargo and liquid docks, warehousing, and multimodal connections allow the port to handle both bulk and breakbulk cargoes efficiently. With available land for industrial development, the Natchez-Adams County Port Commission continues to grow its role as a catalyst for economic vitality in Mississippi and the broader Mid-South region.

Facilities

• Two cargo docks
• Two liquid transfer docks
• RO-RO (Roll-On/Roll-Off) site
• Three warehouses
• Planned liquid handling facility
• Cranes
• Forklifts
• Track-mobile
• Hopper
• Clamshell buckets
• Grapples
• Truck scales

Operating Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (typical business hours for regional ports; confirm with port office for up-to-date times)