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The Tarpon Today Wreck

The Tarpon Today Wreck

Florida, United States

Depth
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28m

Visibility
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15m - 45m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About The Tarpon Today Wreck

The SS Tarpon sank in 1937 due to strong sea conditions. On her last voyage she was Captained by, 83 year old Capt. W. G. Barrow enroute to Panama City. Unfortuneatly the captain and 13 other souls were lost. This is a exciting dive with loads of artifacts to be seen and abundant marine life envelopes her. A very historic dive site.

The Tarpon Today Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

28m

Visibility Range

15m 45m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 37%

O2
Marine Life

  • Snappers
  • Nurse Sharks
  • Various
  • Flounders
  • Jew Fish
  • Groupers
  • Trigger Fish
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