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Depth range and LSM placement within the reef system.
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LSM Barge 1
LSM Barge 1 is a boat-access wreck reef with strong Gulf fish life.
An Indian Shores artificial-reef wreck with boat access, moderate depth, and a good chance of seeing larger reef predators and pelagic fish.
About LSM Barge 1
This is a boat-access artificial reef built around a WWII-era Navy Landing Ship Module off Indian Shores. The wreck is known locally as LSM 1 or the Cable Wreck and sits within a structured reef system made of wreck pieces, cable, and reef material. Divers come for the structure, the mixed relief, and the larger Gulf fish that move through it. Expect a straightforward wreck-and-reef profile with weather-shaped visibility and occasional current changes.
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Research Estimate At LSM Barge 1
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
CurrentLight current
Where Is LSM Barge 1?
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LSM Barge 1 Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 14m
Depth Note
Indian Shores Reef is reported at about 40-46 ft of water. The LSMs were sunk there in roughly 45 ft, while the 235' figure describes the wreck module itself rather than the site depth.
Best Season
Late spring and early fall usually offer the best visibility; winter and early spring can be less predictable.
Typical Conditions
Boat-access wreck-and-reef dive with moderate depth, variable Gulf visibility, and weather-driven changes in current.
Safety & Access At LSM Barge 1
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficEntanglement riskLow visibility
Safety Notes
Cable-filled wreck sections can snag gear, so stay streamlined and keep the dive inside your training, gas plan, and buoyancy control.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; plan the dive with a local charter familiar with the Indian Shores reef system.
Legal Notes
Follow local reef rules and charter guidance; do not anchor on the wreck or remove artifacts or marine life.
Local Intel For LSM Barge 1
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Wreck dive on an artificial reef structure with chances of seeing larger fish and sharks.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the wreck profile and boat access make scuba the practical choice.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel site; the main structure sits below comfortable snorkel range.
Wildlife at LSM Barge 1
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At LSM Barge 1
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At LSM Barge 1
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
