Paul Sarbanes - Poplar Island Harbour, Tilghman, Maryland | USA Marine Utilities

Paul Sarbanes - Poplar Island is a harbour facility located at 21548 Chicken Point Rd, Tilghman, Maryland, United States. It is situated on Poplar Island in the Chesapeake Bay, a major estuary on the Atlantic coast. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's marine transportation and logistics network. The facility operates under US federal and state regulations, including the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for shoreside operations. The facility's NAICS codes (237310 for Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction; 488310 for Port and Harbor Operations) indicate its dual role in construction and port operations. The environmental significance of this facility is tied to its location in the Chesapeake Bay, a sensitive coastal ecosystem. Operations must manage stormwater runoff, oil-water separation, and ballast water treatment to minimize impacts on local water quality and marine life. The facility's role in supporting regional commerce and its proximity to ecologically important habitats underscore the need for robust environmental management practices.

The facility is located on Poplar Island in the Chesapeake Bay, a large estuary with significant ecological importance. The bay supports diverse marine life, including blue crabs, oysters, and migratory birds. Harbour operations must address potential environmental impacts such as stormwater runoff, oil spills, and ballast water discharge. Effective management of these factors is critical to preserving water quality and habitat integrity in this sensitive coastal environment.