Seattle Port Terminal 88 - Harbour Facility in Seattle, Washington

Seattle Port Terminal 88 is a harbour facility located at 955 Alaskan Way W, Seattle, Washington, in King County. It operates within the Port of Seattle, a major Pacific Northwest gateway for containerized and bulk cargo. The facility is classified under NAICS 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation) and serves as a critical node in the region's maritime logistics network. The terminal operates under the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permitting for shoreside stormwater management. As a deep-sea port, it handles containerized cargo, bulk commodities, and project cargo, with typical throughput volumes placing it among medium-to-large West Coast terminals. The facility adheres to IMO MARPOL Annexes for vessel waste management and oil-water separation. Environmentally, the terminal is situated on Elliott Bay within Puget Sound, a biologically productive estuary. Operations require careful stormwater management to protect local marine habitats. The facility's role in regional trade supports Washington's economy while necessitating compliance with stringent environmental regulations for cargo handling and vessel emissions.

Located on Elliott Bay in Puget Sound, the terminal operates in a sensitive coastal environment supporting salmon, orcas, and diverse marine life. Cargo handling activities, particularly container and bulk operations, require robust stormwater management to prevent runoff of pollutants. Oil-water separation systems and spill response plans are critical given the proximity to ecologically important waters. The facility's environmental management aligns with US EPA VGP requirements and local water quality standards.