Calhoun Port Authority

The Matagorda Ship Channel opened in 1965 and has been a vital maritime route ever since—serving hundreds of ships and barges every year. That's nearly six decades of nonstop movement on the Texas coast! 🌊

The Calhoun Port Authority is deepening and widening the Matagorda Ship Channel from 38 to 47 feet, allowing for larger vessels, increased crude oil exports, and expanded cargo capacity. This major infrastructure upgrade will boost economic growth, enhance global trade, and strengthen Texas’s role in maritime commerce. Stay tuned as we build for the future.

Efficient. Versatile. Built for Growth. At Calhoun Port Authority, we provide world-class infrastructure to keep cargo moving: Liquid Cargo – Specialized docks for chemical, petroleum, and liquid bulk handling with advanced safety systems. Dry Bulk Dock – A deep-draft facility with high-efficiency unloading systems for bulk carriers up to 750 feet. General Cargo Facilities – Handling break bulk, containerized, and heavy-lift cargo with warehouse storage and direct transport access. Multi-Purpose Dock – Designed for project cargo, heavy equipment, roll-on/roll-off, and bulk shipments, ensuring maximum flexibility. From liquid bulk to heavy equipment, we’ve got it covered!

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Calhoun Port Authority plays a key role in safely moving crude oil through the Matagorda Ship Channel, helping meet energy demands across the country.

Environmental Testing for Safe Expansion 🌿 Marissa Webber shares how extensive sediment and water testing ensures safe progress on the Matagorda Ship Channel expansion. With over 20 years of experience in marine biology, her team has confirmed that all environmental benchmarks are met. This project brings widespread benefits beyond individual concerns. 🌍

Restoring Chester Island’s Shoreline 🌿 Erosion is shrinking Chester Island year after year, but a new project could reverse the damage. Tim Wilkinson explains how expanding the island with sediment from dredging will help restore critical habitat and protect the shoreline. 🏝️

Brown Pelican Comeback: A Conservation Success Story Once nearly extinct along the Gulf Coast, the Brown Pelican population is thriving thanks to conservation efforts. Chester Island has played a critical role, growing from less than 5 nesting pairs to over 2,600! 🏝️

Chester Island: A Vital Sanctuary for Texas’ Coastal Birds Chester Island is home to over 26,800 nesting pairs of 20 different bird species! 🏝️ Tim Wilkinson, Audubon Texas Coastal Warden, shares how this rookery island provides a safe place for colonial waterbirds to nest, hatch their eggs, and raise their young.

The Calhoun Port Authority is deepening and widening the Matagorda Ship Channel from 38 to 47 feet, allowing for larger vessels, increased crude oil exports, and expanded cargo capacity. This major infrastructure upgrade will boost economic growth, enhance global trade, and strengthen Texas’s role in maritime commerce. Stay tuned as we build for the future.

Ever wonder what moves through Calhoun Port? We handle millions of tons of essential goods every year, including: Crude Oil Liquid Fertilizer Plastics Wind Energy Components Steel Pipes Project Cargo Which one would you ship? Comment below with your pick, or tell us what your business needs moved.

It might seem like the perfect spot to cast a line… but not here! This warning sign helps keep ships, crews, and marine life safe around the port. Can you guess the phrase? Drop your answer below!

Efficient Bulk Cargo Handling with Calhoun Port Authority | The Dry Bulk Dock at Calhoun Port Authority accommodates 750-ft bulk carriers and features a spiral conveyor unloading tower that moves materials seamlessly to nearby industrial sites. Designed for efficiency and high-volume transport, it keeps goods moving smoothly!

CPA’s roots run deep. With over 300 years of maritime legacy, the port continues to shape the future of Gulf Coast trade.

What Makes Calhoun Port Authority a Strategic Asset for Texas? 1. A Port That Powers Industry From petrochemicals to agriculture, CPA supports the industries that fuel Texas. Our infrastructure is designed around the needs of real producers—not just container traffic. 2. Economic Engine of the Mid-Coast CPA plays a major role in sustaining jobs, investment, and supply chain resilience across Calhoun County and beyond. We don’t just move goods—we drive growth. 3. Infrastructure that Works as Hard as You Do Liquid docks. Dry bulk terminals. Rail-to-ship connections. On-site warehousing. At CPA, every asset is built for performance, safety, and scale. 4. Private-Sector Mindset, Public Purpose With a lean, results-driven team led by Port Director Charles Hausmann and Deputy Director Forrest Hawes, CPA operates with the efficiency of a business and the mission of a public institution. 5. Global Reach, Texas Roots We connect local production to global markets—while supporting the long-term economic health of our community. That’s the CPA difference. Explore the port’s impact, facilities, and future at: Calhoun Port Authority | Point Comfort, TX

CPA checks every box — from job creation to infrastructure growth — for a stronger Texas economy.

Every inch of CPA’s layout is designed for speed, safety, and smarter trade flow.

Why Industry Trusts Calhoun Port Authority: 1. Built for Texas Industry Located on the mid-Texas Gulf Coast, CPA connects regional manufacturers, refineries, and energy producers to global markets—fast, direct, and cost-effective. 2. Specialized Terminals, Smarter Logistics Our port handles liquid bulk, dry cargo, and project freight with purpose-built docks. Each terminal is designed for safety, efficiency, and future expansion. 3. Beyond the Docks Warehousing, laydown yards, and direct highway and rail access give shippers the flexibility to move cargo seamlessly—whether it’s containerized goods or heavy machinery. 4. Multi-Modal by Design With six barge slips and our own short-line railroad connecting to Union Pacific, CPA integrates river, rail, and sea transport into a single logistics hub. 5. Built to Scale, Ready to Grow From deepwater capacity to upgraded conveyor systems, everything at CPA is future-focused. We’re investing in infrastructure to grow alongside Texas industry. 3. Beyond the Docks Learn more about how CPA keeps cargo—and business—moving: Calhoun Port Authority | Point Comfort, TX

These four pillars anchor CPA’s mission to drive industrial strength and economic opportunity. CPA’s foundation is built on access, scale, expertise, and impact — all working together to move Texas forward.

At Calhoun Port Authority, we don’t just support commerce — we build the foundation for it. Watch how we’re shaping the future of Gulf Coast trade.

Every vessel, every terminal, every job — CPA is built to deliver for Texas and beyond.