How deep is YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)?

The upper structure is around 75 ft, and the wreck sits near 100 ft.

How do you reach YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)?

By boat charter from Pensacola. The wreck sits offshore, about 18 NM southeast of Pensacola Pass.

Is YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck) good for intermediate divers?

Yes. It is best treated as an intermediate offshore wreck because of the depth, distance from shore, and broken-up structure.

What conditions should you expect on YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)?

A true offshore charter dive with depth, boat logistics, and conditions that reward good gas planning and calm-water windows.

What is the structure like on YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)?

The wreck has a broken-up superstructure, open debris, and reef growth, so there is plenty to explore without a closed-in profile.

What kind of dive day suits YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)?

It fits divers who want a longer offshore boat day with a wreck that still feels lively even after the main structure was stripped down for safety.

What marine life is common on YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)?

Barracuda, lionfish, octopus, grouper, and other reef fish use the wreck and debris field.

When is the best time to dive YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)?

Late spring through early fall is the easiest window because currents are calmer and visibility is usually better.

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YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)

Offshore Pensacola wreck with broken-up superstructure and fish life.

Scuba Diving BoatIntermediate

Artificial reef Deep Wreck

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YDT-15 is an offshore Pensacola wreck dive on the Panhandle Shipwreck Trail, with a broken-up superstructure, reef growth, and a classic Gulf charter profile.

About YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)

YDT-15 is a boat-access Pensacola wreck dive and artificial reef off the Gulf coast, sitting offshore from the pass with a broken-up superstructure and a debris field that still holds plenty of fish life. The wreck is deep enough to feel like a proper offshore charter day, but the decking and bridge were removed to make it safer for recreational divers.

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Research Estimate At YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)

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Visibility17m

AccessSimple entry

CoralHealthy coral

Aquatic LifeGreat variety

FacilitiesBasic facilities

CurrentNo current

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YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck) Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

23m - 30m

Depth Note

The wreck's upper structure is around 75 ft and the reefed vessel sits near 100 ft, with the bridge and roof gone.

Best Season

late spring through early fall

Typical Conditions

Offshore wreck, broken superstructure, coral growth, debris field, and fish life on a steady Gulf site.

Safety & Access At YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)

Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.

Site Conditions

Boat traffic

Safety Notes

Treat it as an offshore wreck dive: manage gas, control buoyancy around the broken structure, and avoid penetration unless you are trained for it.

Access Restrictions

Boat charter required; offshore wreck with no shore access.

Legal Notes

Follow charter procedures and artificial-reef guidance for the Pensacola wreck trail.

Local Intel For YDT-15 (Navy Dive Tender Wreck)

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

A planned offshore wreck profile with buoyancy control and no casual shore access.

Freediving

Not suitable for freediving because the wreck sits too deep and offshore.

Snorkeling

Not a snorkel site; the wreck sits well below surface-swim depth.

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Conditions

Avg. Visibility17m

Activity

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Offshore Pensacola wreck with broken-up superstructure and fish life.

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