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Eureka

Eureka

Maryland And Virginia, United States

Depth
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35m

Visibility
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- - -

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About Eureka

Eureka is an enthralling wreck. It features the wreck of a 531-ton, steam schooner with four masts that sunk in about 115 feet of water after hitting the British Benison, a steamer on the 6th of May 1888. The ship was on its way to New Orleans from New York with an assortment of cargo including sets of china, bottles, deadeyes, gauges, porcelain dolls and jars, gold pocket watches all of which one can find if lucky enough.

Eureka Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

35m

Visibility Range

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 31%

O2
Marine Life

  • Various
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