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JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville
PDRA-managed North Carolina quarry dive with cold water and training platforms.
Freshwater shore dive in Caswell County with PDRA gate access, buddy-only rules, and a training-friendly quarry profile that stays cold and visibility-variable.
About JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville
JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville is a PDRA-managed freshwater quarry near Blanch, North Carolina, with shore access, a gated member system, and training-friendly platforms around the basin. It is a cold-water quarry dive rather than an ocean site, so the planning emphasis is on buddy rules, entry logistics, and visibility that can swing from decent to hazy. Bass, catfish, and other freshwater fish make the quarry feel active even when the water is cool and still.
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Research Estimate At JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 5m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville?
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JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 22m
Depth Note
The quarry is a flooded basin with a shallow training shelf and a maximum depth around 22m.
Best Season
Year-round, with winter for clearer cold-water dives and summer for warmer water.
Typical Conditions
Cold freshwater quarry conditions with variable visibility, training-oriented platforms, and still-water diving rather than current or surge.
Safety & Access At JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Cold waterLow visibilityRestricted access
Safety Notes
Bring a buddy, use thermal protection, and expect limited visibility and gate-controlled access.
Access Restrictions
PDRA member or guest access, buddy required, no solo diving, and key access is needed for 24/7 entry.
Legal Notes
Follow PDRA membership, gate, and no-solo rules before diving the quarry.
Local Intel For JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A cold-water quarry dive with training platforms and basin structure that suits buoyancy practice, buddy diving, and local training sessions.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site. The quarry is a scuba and training environment with cold water and restricted access.
Snorkeling
The shallow water is not the main attraction here; the quarry is primarily a scuba and training site.
Wildlife at JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville
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Dive Spot Log Averages At JMR Rock Quarry - Yanceyville
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility5m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.