The purpose of this study has been to determine the potential for new or expanded port cargo-handling facilities in Maine. Particular emphasis has been placed on a facility with the capability of handling the wide range of forest products produced in the state. A major impetus for this study was the State's desire to have more of its exports and imports move through Maine's ports, if such movement could be found to be practical and economical. Both engineering and economic considerations have been closely coordinated throughout the course of the study. Existing ports which presently handle general cargo were examined for their suitability as the site for a port development project. Each was evaluated regarding such characteristics as existing cargo facilities, land availability for new or expanded facilities, highway and rail access, depth of water, and availability of other port-related services. These investigations revealed that the Portland and Searsport areas are most suitable as a site for a cargo port development project, whether it be a new or expanded facility.


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    Title :

    Maine Port Development Study. Feasibility Study of the Development of Cargo Handling Facilities at Maine Ports


    Publication date :

    1978


    Size :

    178 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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