Description of Anchorages

Question 1

COPT

Answer 1

Need COTP permission to anchor. Max 30 days without permission. Avoid anchoring near pipelines and cable areas. Anchoring standards of care is part of Harbor Safety Plan and discusses weather categories.

Question 2

Yukon Harbor General Anchorage

Answer 2

Between Blake Island and Manchester – Mud and Sand. 5 – 60 fms

Question 3

Quartermaster Harbor

Answer 3

Excellent anchorage 5-10 fathoms of water, muddy bottom, avoid charted obstructions and wrecks.

Question 4

Gig Harbor

Answer 4

Anchoring inside the bay, be mindful of obstructions, 3-5 fathoms