

Best for beginner divers, Up to 14m, boat entry, mild current.
LSM Barge 1 is an artificial reef located in Tampa Bay, consisting of a sunken barge resting in depths reaching 14 metres. This site is suitable for beginner divers due to the manageable conditions and mild currents. Visibility typically ranges from 7 to 11 metres, allowing for observation of the wreck structure. Access is by boat only, and divers should maintain proper buoyancy control to avoid contact with the submerged wreckage. As this is a boat-access-only site with no shore support, divers should bring a surface marker buoy and check locally for mooring availability before departure.
27.85740, -83.03060
Check locally for current facilities and any mooring buoy availability before heading out, as conditions can vary. Bring a surface marker buoy, since this is a boat-access-only site with no shore support.
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No known hazards
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 14m
Visibility
7-11m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-30°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is accessible for newly certified open water divers, provided they maintain proper buoyancy control around the wreck structure.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 14 metres.
This is a boat-access-only site; there is no shore support available.
Water temperatures range from 18C in February to 30C in August.
Diving at LSM Barge 1 in Indian Rocks Beach requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at LSM Barge 1 in Indian Rocks Beach. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 30°C.