Nineteen Fathom Foul — Port Chalmers, New Zealand - Anchors on Waymarking.com

Lost by some unknown sailing ship forced to heave to off the Otago Heads. This anchor was for many generations a menace to fishermen. Known as the "Nineteen Fathom Foul" because of its location. It was the cause of one drowning in 1966 when a local boat "Robert H" capsized and foundered after foulling its trawl. Innumerable boats have lost their gear through being hooked on the anchor and when finally hauled ashore by the "Dorade" in 1978, it was festooned with nets.

Presented to Port Chalmers & district Lions by Mr. Keith Heineman. It has been placed on display here because of its significance to the local maritime scene.

December 1978.

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