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Operator page describing Mercedes I as an advanced wreck dive with current and fish life.
Advanced South Florida wreck dive
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Mercedes I is a South Florida wreck and artificial reef with a deep profile, broken hull sections, and enough current and structure to make it a classic advanced charter dive.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
14m - 30m
Depth Note
The wreck spans roughly 14m to 30m, with the tower and upper structure shallower than the deeper sand line.
Best Season
Year-round when sea state is calm enough for the charter to run the wreck safely.
Typical Conditions
Exposed offshore wreck with strong current on some days, good visibility, and fish around the artificial reef structure.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Stay aware of current and broken metal, and maintain solid buoyancy around the hull and scattered sections.
Access Restrictions
Boat charter access with advanced-diver expectations; captains choose the wreck based on sea state.
Legal Notes
Follow charter safety rules and any local artificial-reef or marine-protection guidance.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A serious wreck dive for experienced scuba divers who want a deeper artificial-reef profile.
Freediving
Not suitable for freediving because of depth and structure.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site.
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Research Sources
Operator page describing Mercedes I as an advanced wreck dive with current and fish life.
Community dive-site page with depth, visibility, and artificial-reef details.
Official Palm Beaches tourism guide covering the county’s reef and wreck diving scene.
Independent historical report on the grounding and salvage of Mercedes I.
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