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W C Richardson (Wreck)
W C Richardson is a shallow Buffalo wreck with line-guided access.
Local operator required
A local boat operator is needed to manage the channel-border anchor and line connection.
Off Buffalo's harbor wall, this boat-accessed wreck runs alongside a shipping channel and is best planned with a crew that can manage lines, flags, and the local water conditions.
About W C Richardson (Wreck)
A shallow Great Lakes wreck off Buffalo's harbor, broken into a long, easy-to-follow line of steel wreckage on a sandy bottom. The site is reached by boat beside a shipping channel, so the dive is more about line discipline, careful boat handling, and modest water clarity than depth. It works best for divers who are comfortable with a guided wreck and a busy harbor environment.
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Research Estimate At W C Richardson (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
Where Is W C Richardson (Wreck)?
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W C Richardson (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10.7m - 12.2m
Depth Note
The wreck is reported around 35-40 ft and is traced by a long guide line through the broken hull.
Best Season
summer
Typical Conditions
Freshwater wreck with modest clarity, a line-based route, and surface traffic nearby.
Safety & Access At W C Richardson (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficRestricted access
Safety Notes
Use the installed line, keep a float and flag off the wreck, and plan around boat traffic in the shipping channel.
Access Restrictions
Located in a shipping channel; diving procedures require anchoring at the channel border and using lines rather than a float/flag.
Local Intel For W C Richardson (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A line-based wreck dive with broken steel sections and a shallow profile that suits newer wreck divers who can follow a guide line.
Recent Logged Visits At W C Richardson (Wreck)
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Dive Spot Log Averages At W C Richardson (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
