Paducah - McCracken County Riverport

Paducah-McCracken County Riverport Authority is a vital inland port facility located at the strategic confluence of the Ohio, Tennessee, and Cumberland Rivers in western Kentucky. Its unique position makes it the northernmost ice-free riverport in the United States, providing shippers with year-round access to both the Gulf of Mexico and the heartland of America. The port specializes in handling containerized, break-bulk, bulk, and liquid cargoes, utilizing advanced equipment, including one of the largest flat-top cranes in North America. As a central multi-modal hub, the riverport offers direct connections to major interstate highways and Class I railroads, enabling efficient logistics solutions and expediting delivery to over 65% of the U.S. population within a day’s drive. The facility also features a federally designated Foreign Trade Zone (#294), giving shippers significant customs and tariff advantages. The port’s expertise in cargo handling, barge-line repair, and its commitment to sustainable, cost-effective transportation has made it an indispensable resource for manufacturing and distribution throughout the U.S. inland waterways system.

Facilities

• Sennebogen 870 crane with 26-ton capacity
• Bulk storage and transloading areas
• Foreign Trade Zone #294
• Class I rail connections (CN, BNSF)
• Intermodal transfer yard
• Fleet of loaders, forklifts, trucks, and portable conveyors
• Regional shipyards and barge repair services

Operating Hours

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM; closed weekends and major holidays.