Bridge Span 12
The Hathaway Bridge, originally constructed in 1929, consists of 14 spans taken from the old bridge that connected Panama City to Panama City Beach. These spans were intentionally submerged in 1988 to create an exciting dive site for underwater enthusiasts.
Divers exploring this captivating site in the water can expect to encounter an array of vibrant marine life commonly found in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean. Stingrays, snapper, triggerfish, hogfish, as well as the possibility of encountering sandbar, blacknose, and bonnethead sharks, make this dive experience truly remarkable.
Located in Biltmore Beach, Bay County, Florida, the dive site near Hathaway Bridge offers excellent underwater visibility of up to 10 meters. With a maximum depth of 21 meters, this dive location is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Immerse yourself in the captivating waters of the United States and explore the fascinating marine ecosystem that thrives beneath the surface.
Divers exploring this captivating site in the water can expect to encounter an array of vibrant marine life commonly found in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean. Stingrays, snapper, triggerfish, hogfish, as well as the possibility of encountering sandbar, blacknose, and bonnethead sharks, make this dive experience truly remarkable.
Located in Biltmore Beach, Bay County, Florida, the dive site near Hathaway Bridge offers excellent underwater visibility of up to 10 meters. With a maximum depth of 21 meters, this dive location is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Immerse yourself in the captivating waters of the United States and explore the fascinating marine ecosystem that thrives beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Bridge Span 12
8.7
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bridge Span 12
Depth
21m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Bridge Span 12
Wave Height
1.14m
Wind Speed
4.7 m/s
Water Temp
28.1°C
Visibility
15.5km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
6.1s
Air Temperature
24.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bridge Span 12
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Dive Score Chart for Bridge Span 12
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.39/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 5.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.843333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bridge Span 12: 06:00
Sunset at Bridge Span 12: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bridge Span 12 are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
16:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.88m (5.8s), Wind: 5.8 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 1.22m, Wind: 3.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bridge Span 12Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bridge Span 12
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Bridge Span 12
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bridge Span 12
February
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
January
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Bridge Span 12
Water Temp
27.3°C / 81.1°F
July
Visibility
12.8m / 42.0ft
December
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bridge Span 12
Bridge Span 12 shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.0°C) and January the coldest (7.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026
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