The Port of Catlettsburg sits at one of the most significant crossroads in the region, where the Big Sandy River flows into the Ohio River and the borders of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia meet. This strategic location has long made Catlettsburg a hub of commerce, transportation, and industry, from the timber and steamboat eras to the rise of rail and modern river trade. Today, the port remains a vital gateway for the Tri-State, serving as a busy channel for commercial barges while also welcoming recreational boats and riverfront activity. Beyond its economic importance, the port has become a center for recreation and community pride, symbolizing both Catlettsburg’s heritage and its future opportunities.