Best for beginner divers, 7-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Clarks Hill Dam is a freshwater reservoir site featuring artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 7 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. The site is accessible via shore entry and experiences mild currents. Visibility is limited, typically between 1 and 4 metres, and fluctuates, requiring careful navigation and buoyancy control. A thermocline exists near the airplane structure, where water temperatures drop significantly. Divers should exercise caution regarding the overhead environment, deep sections, and potential down currents. Facilities available at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Night diving is permitted, providing an opportunity to practice torch work in low-visibility conditions.
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Night diving is permitted and can sharpen your skills in conditions that reward careful torch work and close attention to depth. Visibility fluctuates, so check recent reports before gearing up and keep your buddy within arm's reach throughout the dive.
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Depth
7-30m
Visibility
1-4m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is rated for beginner skill levels, though the variable visibility and overhead environments require careful navigation and buoyancy control.
Depths at this site range from 7 to 30 metres, with an average depth of approximately 8 metres.
The site is accessed via a shore entry.
Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 1 and 4 metres. A thermocline is present, particularly near the airplane structure, where water temperatures are cold.
Yes, night diving is permitted at Clarks Hill Dam and is recommended for those looking to sharpen their skills in low-visibility conditions.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Clarks Hill Dam in Evans. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
