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Stage 2
 Panama City, FL
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Max Depth: 61-70ft/19-21m
Average Viz: 36-40ft/11-12m
Entry Type: Boat
Bottom Composition: Sand
Aquatic Life: Plenty To See
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Rating: 2.67 by 3 divers
Spring: 76-80°F/24-27°C
Summer: 81-85°F/27-29°C
Fall: 76-80°F/24-27°C
Winter: 71-75°F/22-24°C
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Stage 2 is a boat accessible salt water dive site, located in Panama City, FL. This dive site has an average rating of 2.67 out of 5 from 3 scuba divers. The maximum depth is 61-70ft/19-21m. The average visibility is 36-40ft/11-12m.
Stage 2 is an old Naval platform 1.75 nautical miles off shore (30°07.2’N, 85°46.4’W), similar to an oil rig without the drilling. As time and storms began to take their toll on the structure the decision was made to demolish it. The site consists of a jumble of steel legs and pipes from 50′ to 30′ and in all directions. Bring a compass to return to the correct spot!
History: The platform; which was built in 1956 and installed in mid-1957, consisted of 9 piles and was 60’ x 80’ x 36’. The platform was demolished with controlled detonations between 10-13 of August, 1984.