Myliddy Fishery Harbour, located in the Jaffna district on the northern coast of Sri Lanka, is a significant center for the local fishing community. Positioned strategically along the Palk Strait, this harbour benefits from rich fishing grounds, contributing substantially to the local and regional economy. The harbour was abandoned for fishery activity during the conflict period that prevailed up to 2009. The harbour consists of a 3.5-hectare basin and an 80-meter quay wall. Now, it is the only harbor available in the Northern Province to cater to multi-day fishing.
The Myliddy Fishery Harbour is designed to accommodate various types of fishing vessels, from small traditional boats to multi-day boats, which can be accommodated in the 2.5-meter depth. It offers a range of facilities essential for the fishing industry, including secure mooring spaces, fish landing sites, and refueling stations. Additionally, the harbour provides water and ice-loading facilities to ensure the freshness and quality of the catch. The basic infrastructure is developed, and development activities are ongoing to establish a fully equipped harbour.
General Description
Location
- Address : - Myliddy Fishery Harbour, KKS, Jaffna
- Fax / Telephone Number :- 0212244980
- Province : - Northern
- District : - Jaffna
- Divisional Secretariat : - valikkamam North
- Distance from Colombo : -399 km.
General Information
- Location : -90 48’ 40.2” N – 800 04’ 14.08” E
- Year of Commission : - 2019
- Land Area : - 3.65 Ha
- Basin Area : - 3.87 Ha
- Quay Wall Length : - 79.2 m
- Main break water length :- 345 m
- Sub break water length :- 127.3 m
Facilities
- Shore Facilities
- Ice plant and cool room.
- Workshop.
- Fish auction room.
- Net mending building.
- Supply of fuel.
- General Facilities
- Stores.
- Office building.
- Water storage tank - 36000 Ltr.
- Dispensing unit - 70 Ltr. per min.
- Canteen block.
- Toilet block.
- Security building.
- Main gate and security huts.
- Workers quarters.
- Underground and overhead water tank.
- Harbour managers quarters.
- Fence and access road.
- Radio room.