AR-420 - 180' barge "HT-85" Suggest edit

United States Suggest · North Carolina Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

AdvancedRecommended cert

55Max dive depth

55.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 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 AR-420 is a submerged barge known as HT-85, located off the coast of North Carolina. This artificial reef provides a habitat for various marine life and is a popular dive site for both recreational and technical divers.

Divers can explore the wreck of the HT-85, which lies upright on the seabed. The structure is encrusted with marine growth, attracting a variety of fish species. The dive offers opportunities for photography and observing marine ecosystems.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 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 rubble artificial reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for wreck shots, macro for marine life

Location

Underwater Moments at AR-420 - 180' barge "HT-85"

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