MV Beck Physical Data and Notes
by Dave Gillings.
October 30, 2004
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Dive Notes:
Wreck has suffered significant damage from hurricanes Frances and Jeanne. The forward bulkhead of the wheelhouse containing the "Captain Tony Plaque" has broken out and collapsed forward onto the aft deck, just aft of the aft cargo hold. The aft mast is collapsed in this same area. This exposes the interior of the wheelhouse and the cabin below. The forward mast remains intact at depth of 48 feet at top of mast. The support column under the cross-brace amidships is slightly twisted and leaning to starboard, as if entire ship was twisted. White telesto and hydroids appear to be substantially reduced. Blue-bell tunicates and deep water gorgonians seem to have flourished on the hulls and decking. Great dive for the team.
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Physical Data
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Weather |
Partly Cloudy. Air temp 82F Wind from E as 5-10 knots |
Seas |
3-4 ft.
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Current | to the North at 0.1 knots |
Visibility |
46 feet vertical, 50 feet horizontal at depth. |
Max depth | 86 feet. |
Water temp | at bottom 81F |
Time of Dive | Start: 9:31 a.m. End: 10:05 a.m. |
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