Y-73 Reef - 180' Tanker (Y-73) Suggest edit

Charleston Suggest · South Carolina, Charleston Suggest

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55Max dive depth

55.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

24.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)

10.0–15.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The Y-73 is a 180-foot tanker wreck, intentionally sunk to form an artificial reef off Charleston, providing a habitat for marine life.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 10.0–15.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand wreck reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lens recommended for capturing the wreck and marine life.

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