Port of Florence

Florence, Alabama

The Port of Florence in Alabama, located at mile 256.6 on the Tennessee River, serves as a key transportation hub connecting Northwest Alabama and Southern Tennessee to the global marketplace. The port facilitates regional business and industry through its excellent transportation network, including connections to major interstates and rail services provided by the Tennessee Southern Railroad and CSX railways. Stevedoring services are available through the port's 40-ton bridge crane, and fleeting services are provided by Muscle Shoals Marine Service. The Florence-Lauderdale County Port Authority, chartered in 1981, has overseen significant developments at the port, including dredging projects to enlarge navigable areas, construction of infrastructure to enhance cargo handling efficiency, and securing long-term leases for strategic development. The port supports various companies with operations along the river, contributing to regional economic growth and employment opportunities.

Location

City: Florence

Region: Alabama

Country: United States

Coordinates: 34.8039° N, 87.6759° W