250 US survey chains =
2,750.01 fathoms
1 US survey chain =
11 fathoms
1 fathom =
0.0909089 US survey chains
Handy values
5 chUS = 55.0001 ftm · 10 chUS = 110 ftm · 100 chUS = 1,100 ftm
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⚡ US Survey Chains to Fathoms: the quick answer
1 chUS = 11 ftm
1 US survey chain equals 11 fathoms
To convert US survey chains to fathoms, multiply the value by 11.
To go the other way, multiply fathoms by 0.0909089 to get US survey chains.
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🧮 Formula
Every unit here is defined by its length in meters, so the conversion factor is (meters per US survey chain) ÷ (meters per fathom).
📊 US Survey Chains to Fathoms conversion table
✏️ Worked examples
📘 About these units
US survey chain (chUS). The US survey chain is 66 US survey feet, about 20.1168 m.
Fathom (ftm). A fathom is 6 feet (1.8288 m), traditionally used to measure the depth of water.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many fathoms are in one US survey chain?
There are 11 fathoms in one US survey chain.
How do I convert US survey chains to fathoms?
Multiply the number of US survey chains by 11. For example, 10 US survey chains equal 110 fathoms.
How many US survey chains are in one fathom?
One fathom equals 0.0909089 US survey chains.
How many fathoms is 12 US survey chains?
132 fathoms. Other common values: 5 US survey chains = 55.0001 fathoms and 100 US survey chains = 1,100 fathoms.
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