

Best for advanced divers, 90-175m, boat entry, mild current.
The Tenneco Oil Rig is an artificial reef and wreck located 48 kilometres off the coast of Pensacola. This site consists of a large oil rig structure extending from 90 to 175 metres in depth. Due to the extreme depth, this site is strictly for advanced technical divers who must manage decompression obligations and gas planning carefully. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, and currents are generally mild. Access is by boat only, and divers should coordinate with local operators to ensure appropriate support infrastructure is in place for technical diving. The structure serves as a significant artificial reef in the region.
29.99535, -87.08568
Confirm your gas mix and bottom time calculations with your operator before departure, as the depth range here pushes well beyond recreational limits and conditions can vary by layer. Check locally for current facilities, as support infrastructure for technical dives of this depth requires advance planning.
Accessible only by boat, with charters available from local dive shops.
Recorded at this site
Depth
90-175m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-25°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
No, this site is for advanced technical divers only due to the extreme depth range of 90 to 175 metres.
The site structure extends from 90 to 175 metres below the surface.
This is a boat-only dive located approximately 48 kilometres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 15C in the winter months to 25C during the peak of summer.
The primary hazard is the extreme depth, which requires advanced technical training and careful management of decompression obligations.
Diving at Tenneco Oil Rig in Pensacola requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tenneco Oil Rig in Pensacola. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Tenneco Oil Rig in Pensacola are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.