Alexander Barge
Wreck · Islamorada
24° 52.162' N 80° 34.317' W
Advanced Open Water Max 95 ft Avg 90 ft Hot Drop
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Details
Advanced Open Water
Minimum recommended certification
- Max depth
- 95 ft
- Average depth
- 90 ft
- Access
- Hot Drop
- Sea state today
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Where it is
24° 52.162' N 80° 34.317' W
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No confirmed trips to this site are listed yet.
Operators that dive here
Best Gas
Gas prices
| Diluent tank | $35.50 |
| O2 tank | $10.00 |
atm
atm
Gas prices
| Aluminum 80 | $10 |
| Steel HP 100 | $10 |
| Steel LP 85 | $10 |
NDL at is
24 hr min surface interval
Always use a dive computer
Wreck Details
Sunk 1984
Barge
120 ftLength
40 ftBeam
Site description
The Alexander Barge is a renowned dive site located in Islamorada, Florida. It’s a push barge that rests at a depth of 100 feet and is encircled by bridge rubble. This site is particularly noted for attracting larger marine creatures, making it an exciting spot for divers interested in observing a diverse range of sea life. The proximity of the barge to other structures has created an artificial reef habitat, turning it into a bustling hub for underwater fauna. It’s a must-visit location for any diving enthusiast looking to explore the wrecks and reefs of the Florida Keys.
Route & typical conditions
Route
This is a very small dive site, usually dove jointly with the wreck of the Eagle. Although this site is only 500 yards from the Eagle, divers should make sure they communicate their dive plans with the operator.
Typical conditions
Conditions vary in this site, but divers should be prepare to dive in moderate currents. Visibility tends to be good, ranging from 40 to 60 feet.
Wreck history
The Alexander Barge, a square steel structure measuring 120 feet in length and 40 feet in width, was deliberately submerged in 1984 to create an artificial reef. Resting on a sandy seabed at a depth of 95 feet, the barge is encircled by fragments of bridge debris. As noted by Mark Christiansen, this amalgamation of the barge and surrounding rubble has cultivated a thriving reef ecosystem, attracting large species such as grouper and barracuda, as well as a substantial population of lobsters. Conveniently, this site is situated a mere 500 yards from the renowned wreck site of the Eagle.
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