Deck General USCG Question #4220 (Set 135)

The DEEP DRILLER, while loaded as shown in the Sample Load Form #5, discharges 137.88 long tons. The resulting trim by the stern is 3 feet and list to port is 2 feet. What is the draft at the starboard forward draft mark?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — 41 feet 6 inches

Draft at a specific corner mark is derived by applying trim and list corrections to the mean draft. Based on sample load form data, the calculated starboard forward draft equates to 41 feet 6 inches.

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