Jenkins Creek Siphon Spring

Florida, United States

Depth

16m

Visibility

5m - 15m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

Jenkins Creek Siphon Spring

Florida, United States

Depth

16m

Visibility

5m - 15m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Jenkins Creek Siphon Spring

This is a very dangerous dive recommended for advanced divers only. Even though its a relatively shallow dive, the siphon effect from the gulfs tidal flow creates extreme currents. when the tide comes in, there is a outflow, and when the tide flows out there is a inflow. This use to be a Paleo Indian camp and many artifacts may be found in this area.

Jenkins Creek Siphon Spring Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Drift, Other, Inland

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

16m

Visibility Range

5m – 15m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 54%

O₂

CNS Load (45 min)

11% at 14m / 36%

O₂

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Various

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Dive Site Hazards

Eddy Pull-Off Zones — Eddies behind structures can pull divers away from the main drift line.
Delayed Surface Pickup — Strong current can exceed surface tracking assumptions, delaying boat pickup.
Vertical Current Shear — Currents may vary by depth, causing vertical separation even when divers stay together.

Thermocline Buoyancy Shift — Sharp thermoclines can cause sudden buoyancy changes.

Instant Visibility Collapse — Sediment disturbance can eliminate visibility immediately.

Late Detection of Structures — Submerged structures may only appear at very close range.

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