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Old 09-12-2014, 06:49 PM   #6
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Originally Posted by Steve View Post
I measured (with a tape measure) from the water to the handrail then on up to a spreader on the mast, then to the highest point. Rounded up as suggested above.
Yesterday I read a friends blog he lost his anchor light to a bridge two days ago. I am sure he knows his height maybe a bridge with no tide height markings maybe a wake lifted his boat, I'll ask next time I see him.
I'd also test to some known heights. Pick something like a bridge that is marked but that you know you can clear and let someone measure up to it to double check. Also remember loads and wakes can make just enough difference to create problems.
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