Convert reed to fathom (US survey)
Please provide values below to convert reed [reed] to fathom (US survey) [fath (US)], or Convert fathom (US survey) to reed.
How to Convert Reed to Fathom (Us Survey)
1 reed = 1.499997000006 fath (US)
Example: convert 15 reed to fath (US):
15 reed = 15 × 1.499997000006 fath (US) = 22.49995500009 fath (US)
Reed to Fathom (Us Survey) Conversion Table
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Reed
A reed is an ancient unit of length, typically about 6 cubits or around 9 feet.
History/Origin
The reed was a common unit of measurement in ancient Mesopotamia and the surrounding regions.
Current Use
The reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Fathom (Us Survey)
A U.S. survey fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 U.S. survey feet.
History/Origin
The U.S. survey fathom is based on the U.S. survey foot, which was slightly different from the international foot. The use of survey units was officially phased out in 2022.
Current Use
The U.S. survey fathom was used in surveying in the United States.