Dewitt Clinton
Wreck · Pompano Beach also known as clinton
26° 14.056' N 80° 03.666' W
Technical Air Max 156 ft Avg 145 ft Hot Drop
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Technical Air
Minimum recommended certification
- Max depth
- 156 ft
- Average depth
- 145 ft
- Access
- Hot Drop
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Where it is
26° 14.056' N 80° 03.666' W
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Gas prices
| Diluent tank | $35.50 |
| O2 tank | $10.00 |
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Gas prices
| Aluminum 80 | $10 |
| Steel HP 100 | $10 |
| Steel LP 85 | $10 |
Wreck Details
Sunk April 29th, 1995
Dredge
150 ftLength
30 ftBeam
Site description
The wreck of Dewitt Clinton sits in 156 feet of water off the Coast of Pompano Beach. This site is reserved for the technical diver.
The double hull design, reminiscent of a catamaran, is quite unique. Those anchor pilings near the top and bottom add an interesting historical context. When exploring the silty corridors inside each hull pontoon, divers should exercise caution. And the wheelhouse, adorned with fascinating growth, promises an entertaining swim-through experience.
Penetration is possible, but challenging.
Route & typical conditions
Route
After a successful hot drop, diver will find themselves at around 160 feet of water. Divers should go around the wreck to get a sense of what the Clinton has to offer. Certainly, the stern area where the wheelhouse is the most interesting part.
Penetration into both hulls is possible but the space is tight and probably it will get silted after one diver attempts the penetration.
This wreck sits south of the Miller LIte - and in typical north currents, it is possible to reach the Miller (even swimming). A scooter will make things easier but it's not necessary at all to get to visit both wreck in one dive.
Typical conditions
Normally, divers may find north currents in this wreck - mostly mild, but strong currents may be present.
Visibility ranges from 30 to 50 feet - and very occassionaly can go up to 60 or more.
Wreck history
The dredge with a fascinating past was launched on October 31, 1910, by the Bethlehem Steel Company in Sparrows Point, Maryland. Initially designed for dredging purposes, it was commissioned by the Ellicott Machine Corporation.
Fast forward to November 14, 1994: tragedy struck as the dredge sank in the Cooper River near Charleston, South Carolina. To make matters worse, it leaked a significant amount of diesel fuel into the river.
Salvage operations swung into action, aiming to prevent further environmental damage. The dredge was painstakingly raised, thoroughly cleaned, and then towed to Florida by Associated Marine Salvage, Incorporated of Miami.
Now, let’s delve into the name history. The dredge bears the moniker “DeWitt Clinton.” Who was DeWitt Clinton, you ask? He was a prominent American politician who served in the United States Senate and held the esteemed position of the sixth Governor of New York. His legacy is closely tied to the construction of the Erie Canal—a monumental achievement. Given his pivotal role in canal development, it’s no surprise that the dredge was named after him.
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