The Papoose is a large wreck which sits on the bottom intact and virtually upside down. At one time, back in the 1960's, the wreck was sitting on its port side, but over the years the wreck has rolled, cru shing the superstructure under the weight of the hull. Today it resembles a large water melon, cracked open in several places. The highest part of the wreck is in the stern rudder area which rises some 30 feet off of the bottom. The propellor was present until the mid-1970s when it was blasted off by salvagers. The hull section steps down from there in several large sections, each lower than the other, until you come to the bow. The Papoose can be penetrated at several points. It is quite eerie to see boi lers and engines parts suspended above you, but when you look down, you see several of those same items laying crushed on the ocean floor. Diver beware!
Unit Settings
| Terrain and Features: | Wreck |
|---|---|
| Entry Type: | Boat |
| Max Depth: | 39m |
| Visibility Range: | 15m - 45m |
| Experience Level: | Advanced |
| Best Gas: | 21% - 29% O2 |
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