

Best for intermediate divers, 29m, boat entry, mild current.
Y-73 Reef is an artificial reef located 40 kilometres off the coast of Charleston, featuring the sunken 90-foot tugboat known as the Kimberly. The site sits at a consistent depth of 29 metres and is accessible only by boat. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Due to the significant depth and variable visibility, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Water temperatures fluctuate between 16 and 25 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating careful selection of exposure protection. Active boat traffic in the area requires divers to maintain awareness and deploy a surface marker buoy during ascent.
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Water temperature can drop to 16 degrees Celsius in cooler months, so a thicker wetsuit or drysuit may be warranted even for a single dive. Confirm visibility conditions with your charter operator before departure, as it can vary considerably.
The site is located off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
29m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the significant depth of 29 metres and variable visibility conditions.
The site has a consistent depth of 29 metres.
This is a boat dive located 40 kilometres from the shore.
Hazards include the significant depth, variable visibility, and active boat traffic in the area. Divers should monitor their depth closely and use a surface marker buoy when surfacing.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the wreck lies at a depth of 29 metres.
Diving at Y-73 Reef - 90' Tug (Kimberly) in Charleston requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Y-73 Reef - 90' Tug (Kimberly) in Charleston. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Y-73 Reef - 90' Tug (Kimberly) in Charleston are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Y-73 Reef - 90' Tug (Kimberly) in Charleston typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Y-73 Reef - 90' Tug (Kimberly) in Charleston typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.