What is the length of the catenary when the DEEP DRILLER is anchored in 600 feet of water and the anchor line tension is 170 kips?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — 1493 feet

Entering the DEEP DRILLER operating manual curves with a 600-foot water depth and 170 kips line tension yields a total catenary length of 1,493 feet.