Lorain - American Great Lakes Ports Association (AGLPA)

Port of Lorain

Driving Development Through the Waterways

The Lorain Port and Finance Authority sits on the southern shore of Lake Erie, accessing a deep-water navigational channel that supports both domestic bulk cargo and international freight activity. While an active commercial port, it also serves as a redevelopment group focused on revitalizing Lorain’s waterfront for recreational access. Through public-private partnerships and waterfront planning, the Port is transforming former industrial properties into spaces for recreation, business development and community access, strengthening economic growth throughout the region.

Providing Public Access to Lake Erie

Port Lorain is located at the mouth of the Black River, right where the waterway intersects with Lake Erie. The port has a 60-mile outer harbor and 2.6 miles of federal channel on the Black River.

The Lorain Port Impact

With the goal of driving economic development through its waterways, the Lorain Port and Finance Authority is committed to building a strong and secure economic center, supporting businesses, jobs and long-term regional growth.

Jobs Created

Economic Activity
(Annually)

$ 0 M

Income Generated
(Annually)

$ 0 M

Cargo Handled
(Metric Tons)

Port Facts

Foreign Trade Zone: 8

Services

Waterfront redevelopment and property management
Coordination of dredging and shoreline resiliency efforts
Support for redevelopment projects and public-private partnerships
Financing tools for business and development
Recreational, community water access
Event and venue hosting at Port-managed sites
Cargo loading, storage and transportation
Terminals
Storage
Deep-water navigation
Industrial waterfront parcels, including terminals available for commercial vessels
Intermodal access via rail and major highways

Cargo

Primarily handles bulk commodities like coal, salt, sand, aggregates, and project cargo

Additional Roles

In addition to cargo operations, Lorain also manages waterfront redevelopment, public-access facilities, and financing/grants for local economic development and remediation.

Port of Lorain Economic Impact Study

Photos

Port Lorain Live Cam: Lake Erie

Port Leadership

Executive Director

Tiffany McClelland

Contact Info

Lorain Port and Finance Authority
319 Black River Lane
Lorain, OH 44052

Phone: 440-204-2269

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