Northwest Tennessee Regional Port Authority

The Northwest Tennessee Regional Port Authority governs the Port of Cates Landing, a strategic inland port situated at the 900-mile mark on the Mississippi River near Tiptonville, Tennessee. Designed to serve as a premier development location for marine cargoes, the port plays a significant role in facilitating commerce between northern and southern US markets, with direct access to the Canadian National Rail Road, enabling shipment links to the West, East, and Gulf Coasts. Notably, the port is constructed above the 500-year floodplain, minimizing operational disruptions and offering over 3,000 acres of industrial development opportunities. Operating as an independent governmental agency established by Dyer, Lake, and Obion Counties, the Port Authority supports regional economic growth by attracting maritime and freight business. Innovative facilities, advanced safety measures, and a focus on secure, efficient shipping operations position the port as a vital node in the regional and national logistics network.

Facilities

• 400-foot dock wall
• Major laydown (storage) area
• 37,500-square-foot transit shed with 5 dock doors
• Multiple reefer (refrigerated container) plugs
• Radiation detection apparatus
• Newly installed scale
• Over 3,000 acres for industrial development

Operating Hours

Meetings for the Board of Commissioners are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. Regular port operating hours are not explicitly stated, but inland ports typically operate standard weekday hours and by appointment.