Port of Muskogee, Inland port in Muskogee, Oklahoma, United States.
The Port of Muskogee is an inland shipping center on the McClellan-Kerr Arkansas River Navigation System with facilities for barges, rail, and trucks. The facility processes hundreds of barges yearly and serves multiple industries across the region.
The port opened in 1970 and marked the start of barge traffic through Oklahoma via the Arkansas River Navigation System. This opening connected the region to larger commercial routes and boosted Muskogee's economic development.
The port operates as an economic anchor for Muskogee, supporting local jobs and regional industries through water-based commerce.
The port operates ice-free year-round, allowing continuous shipping without seasonal interruptions. Visitors can observe operations from public viewing areas or visit information centers on-site to learn about the facility's role in regional commerce.
The port sits where three rivers meet, giving it direct water access to 20 states and international markets through the Gulf of Mexico. This location makes Muskogee a strategic trade gateway for the Midwest.
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