Deck General · Anchoring — Holding Ground
Which bottom generally provides the best holding ground for an anchor?
- AStiff mud or firm clay/sand✓ Correct
- BSmooth rock
- CLoose shingle over rock
- DKelp-covered bottom
Explanation
Firm mud, clay, and sand let the flukes bury and hold well. Rock, shingle, and weed/kelp give poor or unreliable holding (the anchor skates or fouls). The chart and Coast Pilot indicate bottom quality for anchorage selection.
Authority: Bowditch; Coast Pilot
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