SS Sapona (Wreck)
About SS Sapona (Wreck)
This is a concrete shipwreck that ran aground in the early 1900s and later served as a rum-running vessel and a U.S. Air Force practice target. Today it functions as a shallow artificial reef with abundant marine growth and activity. The site is shallow at about 15 ft and is affected by tidal currents and variable water temperature; planning around slack or incoming tide is recommended.
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SS Sapona (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4.6m+
Depth Note
Described as shallow at 15 ft.
Typical Conditions
Shallow water with tidal currents and occasional unpredictable temperature changes; best dived at slack or on an incoming tide.
Safety & Access At SS Sapona (Wreck)
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Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Tidal currents can be significant and water temperature may change unpredictably; timing the dive for slack or incoming tide is recommended.
Local Intel For SS Sapona (Wreck)
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Scuba
A shallow wreck dive around 4.6 m, with planning recommended around tidal phases for calmer conditions.
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Exposure Profile at SS Sapona (Wreck)
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