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Prins Willem V
Boat dive on an intact Milwaukee freighter wreck.
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Boat-only wreck off Milwaukee with a seasonal buoy, intact structure, and limited overhead sections for trained wreck divers.
About Prins Willem V
Prins Willem V is a large Lake Michigan freighter wreck off Milwaukee that lies on its side over a clay bottom. Open hatches, cargo spaces, and surviving machinery make it a clear wreck-navigation dive, and a seasonal mooring buoy helps keep the boat approach orderly when the lake is calm enough to dive. It suits divers comfortable with wreck orientation and limited overhead exposure.
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Research Estimate At Prins Willem V
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeSome life
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
Where Is Prins Willem V?
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Prins Willem V Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
17m - 27m
Depth Note
Upper port side starts shallower; deeper hull sections sit near 85-90 ft.
Best Season
Late spring through early fall
Typical Conditions
Bottom around the wreck is usually muck or sand; marine life is generally sparse.
Safety & Access At Prins Willem V
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficLow visibilityOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Treat open hatches and interior spaces as overhead environment, keep penetration conservative, and plan for changing Lake Michigan weather on the boat ride.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; no anchoring on the wreck; use the seasonal mooring buoy when available.
Legal Notes
Protected state wreck; do not remove artifacts or disturb the structure.
Local Intel For Prins Willem V
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best for open-water scuba divers comfortable with wreck navigation and optional overhead exposure. Penetration should stay limited to trained teams in suitable conditions.
Freediving
Not a practical freedive target.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkeling.
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Avg. Visibility10m
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Prins Willem V Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
diveaai.com · Operator
Operator visibility guidance and charter-diver planning notes.
www.shipwreckexplorers.com · Operator
Charter dive listing with layout and popularity notes.
www.tripadvisor.com · Directory
Public attraction listing used only as a popularity cross-check.
www.wisconsinshipwrecks.org · Official
Buoy, mooring, and boat-access reference.
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