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Dive Spot Guide•
USS Emmons
Historic WWII wreck dive off Kouri Island by boat.
Local operator required
Boat access and the depth profile make a local dive operator the practical route.
Deep wreck off Kouri Island with speedboat access, sectional exploration, and strict memorial-site discipline.
About USS Emmons
USS Emmons is a historic WWII wreck dive off Kouri Island, reached by boat and treated as a deep, advanced profile. The wreck is large enough to explore in sections, with buoyancy control, route-finding, and memorial respect all mattering more than speed. Expect a serious dive with wreck structure, debris, and open-water conditions shaping the day.
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Research Estimate At USS Emmons
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is USS Emmons?
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Community sourced coordinates.
USS Emmons Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
34m - 46m
Depth Note
The top of the wreck is around 34m, with the bottom around 46m.
Best Season
Summer is usually the easier season; winter can be clearer but more weather-dependent.
Typical Conditions
Deep wreck, two-part exploration, current potential, and short bottom times.
Safety & Access At USS Emmons
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat trafficRestricted accessStrong current
Safety Notes
Maintain strict no-touch, no-remove discipline, watch buoyancy, and avoid pushing into collapsed sections.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only, no penetration, and advanced certification or equivalent experience is expected.
Legal Notes
Treat the wreck as a memorial site and do not disturb ordnance or artifacts.
Local Intel For USS Emmons
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
This is a deep, specialized scuba site. Expect a speedboat drop, careful route-finding, and a profile that rewards control and experience more than speed.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the wreck sits far beyond normal breath-hold range.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkeling; the target wreck is far too deep.
Wildlife at USS Emmons
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At USS Emmons
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At USS Emmons
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
