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USS San Diego Wreck

USS San Diego Wreck

New York, United States

Depth
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34m

Visibility
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6m - 18m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced


About USS San Diego Wreck

Also known as The California Wreck. This was the name she was originally launched under. She served in Theodore Roosevelts Fleet Called, The Great White Fleet.She sank July 8, 1918 when she steered into german floating landmines, which ripped holes in her hull. She sank along with several of her crew members. Today she rests in deep water with many interesting things to see and explore.

USS San Diego Wreck Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Deep, Wreck, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

34m

Visibility Range

6m 18m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21% – 32%

O2
Marine Life

  • Eels
  • Lobsters
  • Groupers
  • Bass
  • Various
Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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