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| Barges, Stevedoring & Bridges: |
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Normal capacity of dry hopper barges are 1,500 to
12,000 short tons. Liquid barges carry between 24,000 and 28,000 barrels. Stevedoring
services are available by various indepenent companies who can quote all inclusive costs
for the service required. The closest international bridge for truck traffic to Mexico is
the Free Trade Bridge, which is approximately 12 miles from the Port of Harlingen. |
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| Electric Service: |
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Electrical service is provided by Central Power and
Light Company. Single and three phase power is available at
standard, primary and secondary voltage. |
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| Natural Gas Service: |
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A 4-inch main brings natural gas to the Port of
Harlingen at approximately 200 pounds of pressure. The BTU rate is 1
cubic foot = 1,000 BTU's. |
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| Water Service: |
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The Port of Harlingen is served by the City of
Harlingen Waterworks System. The Port has an elevated 200,000 gallon water tank to assure
the Port tenants of adequate water quantity and pressure. |
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