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SS Thurmond Wreck

SS Thurmond Wreck

New Jersey, United States

Depth
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4m

Visibility
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9m - 27m

Entry
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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

4m

Visibility Range

9m 27m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

21%

O2
Marine Life

  • Lobsters
  • Black Fish
  • Bass
  • Various
  • Groupers
  • Crabs
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