The City of Washington Wreck Suggest edit

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10Max dive depth

10.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

20.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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The City of Washington is a wreck that sank in 1917 after grounding on Elbow Reef near Key Largo. The remains are scattered in shallow water, making it accessible to divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Bring a wide-angle lens for wreck shots, and consider lighting for interior shots.

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