Bridge Span 14
The Hathaway Bridge, originally constructed in 1929, is a popular dive spot in the United States, specifically located in Florida. This dive site features 14 spans from the old bridge that connected Panama City to Panama City Beach, all of which were intentionally sunk in 1988 to create an artificial reef. Among all the spans, the 14th Bridge Span is particularly renowned and frequently explored by divers.
Diving in this area offers an opportunity to encounter a variety of marine life. The Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean fish species such as stingrays, snapper, triggerfish, hogfish, as well as potential sightings of sandbar, blacknose, and bonnethead sharks, are commonly observed by divers. With a visibility of approximately 10 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, this site is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners.
Experience the thrill of exploring the underwater wonders of the Hathaway Bridge dive site. Discover the rich marine biodiversity of this region while immersing yourself in the captivating underwater environment. Plan your dive adventure today and witness the beauty that lies beneath the surface in this incredible dive destination.
Diving in this area offers an opportunity to encounter a variety of marine life. The Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean fish species such as stingrays, snapper, triggerfish, hogfish, as well as potential sightings of sandbar, blacknose, and bonnethead sharks, are commonly observed by divers. With a visibility of approximately 10 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, this site is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners.
Experience the thrill of exploring the underwater wonders of the Hathaway Bridge dive site. Discover the rich marine biodiversity of this region while immersing yourself in the captivating underwater environment. Plan your dive adventure today and witness the beauty that lies beneath the surface in this incredible dive destination.
Diving Conditions Score for Bridge Span 14
7.3
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bridge Span 14
Depth
23m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Bridge Span 14
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
25.1 m/s
Water Temp
28.5°C
Visibility
16.2km
Cloud Cover
39%
Wave Period
4.35s
Air Temperature
28.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bridge Span 14
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Dive Score Chart for Bridge Span 14
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.330299999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 27.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 6.950633333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bridge Span 14: 06:00
Sunset at Bridge Span 14: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bridge Span 14 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
17:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.88m (4.7s), Wind: 27.7 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 25.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bridge Span 14Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bridge Span 14
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 14
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bridge Span 14
January
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Bridge Span 14
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
August
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
October
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bridge Span 14
Bridge Span 14 shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.7°C) and January the coldest (9.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 2.2m 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 23, 2026
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