MISSISSIPPI STATE PORT AUTHORITY, NORTH PORT PROPERTY - Harbour in Gulfport, Mississippi, USA

MISSISSIPPI STATE PORT AUTHORITY, NORTH PORT PROPERTY is a harbour facility located on 33rd Street in Gulfport, Mississippi, United States. It is part of the Mississippi State Port Authority network and operates as a marine utility facility supporting cargo and vessel activities in the Gulf of Mexico region. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state maritime regulations, including the EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for stormwater management. As a harbour, it handles various cargo types and provides berthing, loading, and unloading services. Typical operations involve bulk and containerized cargo, with environmental management practices aligned with MARPOL Annexes for waste reception and oil-water separation. This harbour plays a significant role in the regional economy by facilitating trade and transportation. Its location on the Mississippi Gulf Coast supports industrial and commercial activities while requiring careful environmental stewardship to protect nearby coastal habitats and water quality.

The facility is located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, an area with sensitive coastal ecosystems including estuaries and wetlands. Harbour operations involve cargo handling and vessel traffic, which require effective stormwater management and oil-water separation to prevent pollution. Proximity to the Gulf of Mexico necessitates compliance with MARPOL Annexes and U.S. EPA regulations to protect marine habitats.