Charleston Harbor is now the deepest harbor on the East Coast at 52 feet.
At 52 feet, the biggest ships calling the East Coast can access South Carolina Ports’ terminals any time, any tide. Ships filled with record imports and heavy exports can seamlessly sail through Charleston Harbor to SC Ports’ terminals.
This depth makes SC Ports more competitive, helping to attract new ship services, first-in-calls and more cargo to South Carolina.
Governor Henry McMaster and other state elected leaders, Congressional Members, project partners, business and maritime community leaders, and SC Ports officials gathered to mark the successful completion of the project. The deepened harbor will support South Carolina’s economy and Southeast supply chains.