Proteus

North Carolina, United States

Depth

40m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

Proteus

North Carolina, United States

Depth

40m

Visibility

10m - 30m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Proteus

Although the Proteus is large, it is contiguous so it is easy to navigate and can be fully explored in one dive. Once you find the remains of the engine, the shaft alley provides a trail straight back to the stern (which provides the greatest relief on the wreck). The stern rises around 30 feet odd the sand and leans slightly to the port side. The steering mechanism is completely intact and includes the rudder, the propeller, and the steering quadrant. There is also another square propeller just in front of the stern section on the starboard side. When the Proteus was first discovered many brass artifacts were found, particularly some square brass stained-glass windows. Finding artifacts is now rare but the wreck is still a fascinating dive.

Proteus Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

40m

Visibility Range

10m – 30m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 28%

O₂

CNS Load (20 min)

13% at 38m / 29%

O₂

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Various

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Dive Site Hazards

Deceptive Entry Openings — Openings may become restrictive inside due to angle, collapse, or corrosion.
Surge-Induced Internal Silt Shift — Internal surge can move silt and debris without direct contact.
Partial Overhead Environment — Many wrecks limit direct ascent even without full penetration.

Fine Rust Particle Silt-Out — Disturbed rust particles can rapidly reduce visibility.

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