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Alexander Ramsey (Liberty Ship)
Wrightsville Beach, NC
Max Depth: 41-50ft/12-15m
Average Viz: 11-15ft/3-5m
Entry Type: Boat
Bottom Composition: Sand
Aquatic Life: Might See Something
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Spring: 61-65°F/16-18°C
Summer: 76-80°F/24-27°C
Fall: 76-80°F/24-27°C
Winter: 50-55°F/10-13°C
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The Alexander Ramsey is a liberty ship that was sunk in 1984. It is about 2.5 miles from Masonboro inlet in 45 ft of water. It is known as a good beginners level ocean dive. It is commonly used by dive instructors for the open water check out dives. There is usually abundant aquatic life present and an occasional sand tiger shark and a barracuda or two. There is also a swim through in the hull of the ship. It is a good simple fun dive.
http://www.wilmingtondiving.com/libship.shtmlWeb site for videos of various wreck sites in the area:
http://www.olympusdiving.com/PhotoGallery/VideoGallery/tabid/115/Default.aspx