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Sixteen Fathom Artificial Reef

16-Fathom Artificial Reef

13 nautical miles southwest of Fire Island Inlet, 1.33 sq miles
Depth: 85 to 103 feet

This is a new reef for 2023, 1-nm square. This reef is located in the separation zone of the very busy Ambrose-Nantucket shipping lane. I can't believe that was permitted by the ACOE.

So far just concrete blocks and forms, no vessels.

It's a start

Twelve-Mile Artificial Reef

Rock & Rubble

rock reef
A hopper barge full of rock

All manner of concrete, steel, and stone rubble from dredging, demolition projects, and other construction is used as artificial reef materials. This material is generally available at very low cost or free from construction companies who are more than happy to get rid of it. Transportation costs determine where this material is used by the Reef Program.

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Manasquan River Railroad Bridge

Railroad Bridge

Type:
inland tidal river
Depth:
20 ft, mostly a lot shallower

This spot is upstream on the Manasquan River. The diving area is rather small and not very deep. Visibility tends to be poor, and this is worsened whenever an O/W training class is in session, which is often. Also, the current under the bridge becomes very strong, so slack water is essential. For a long time, a dredge barge has been anchored in the channel, but otherwise, there is no boat traffic.

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