SS Thurmond Wreck

New Jersey, United States

Depth

Visibility

9m - 27m

Entry

Shore

Experience Level

Beginner

About SS Thurmond Wreck

The Thurmond was a Whale Back Steamer, originally named Colgate Hoylt and then Bay City. On December 25, 1909, (Christmas Day), she left Newport enroute to Maine, along with 3 towing barges. They ran into a storm which resulted the barges cutting loose. The Thurmond managed to save only 5 crew members from the barges, whilst the others were taken with to their watery graves. Minutes later the Thurmond ran aground and sank. Its a easy dive, suitable for all level divers.

SS Thurmond Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Reef

Entry Type

Shore

Max Depth

Visibility Range

9m – 27m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O₂

Marine Life

Lobsters
Black Fish
Bass
Various
Groupers
Crabs

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