USCG Cutters Duane and Bibb
These 327 ft. "Secretary Class" Coast Guard cutters were put down as artificial reefs in November 1987. They have since become home to a wide variety of pelagic and reef fish and host numerous types of coral formations.

The Bibb lies on her starboard side, with her bow pointing to the East Northeast. Upon descent, divers will encounter her hull at a depth of 85-90 ft. The depth of the superstructure is 95-120 ft. The massive hull provides a stable platform for divers who prefer to have a "deck" under them. Penetration of the superstructure is possible, though it CAN be disorienting, and a "tight fit" with SCUBA gear. Depth range 85-130 ft

The Duane sits upright, with he bow pointing to the Southwest. She offers a unique dive as everything is intact and properly oriented, giving divers an increased sense of "ease" about the dive. Her main deck level is at about 100 ft. with structure as high as 50 ft. This gives divers an opportunity to plan and make multi-level dives, safely extending bottom times. Depth range 50-125 ft.

NOTE: It is the policy of Partial Pressure Diving Company, Inc. to recommend against making "penetration" dives without the proper equipment and training.

MV Benwood
A 360 ft. Norwegian freighter that grounded after colliding with another ship during World War II. At the time, allied vessels often ran "lights out" at night, to avoid detection by German U-boats. This collision was the result of that practice, and the Benwood now provides shelter and a home for a number of reef fish and other creatures. Depth range 20-45 ft.

City of Washington
While under tow by the tug Edgar F. Luckenbach in 1917, the 320 ft. City of Washington ran aground and sank upright on the Elbow reef and was a total loss within a few minutes. Current is generally mild. The wreck is entirely open to divers. Veteran wreck divers may be disappointed as there are no penetration opportunities. Coral and other fishlife thoroughly claimed this wreck decades ago. Depth range 25-35 ft.

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