City of Washington

Elbow Reef, Key Largo

Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary

Shipwreck Trail Information

Selected as one of the dive sites for the Upper Keys to be on the Shipwreck Trail, the City of Washington sank on July 10, 1917.She was launched in 1877, specializing in passenger transport and cargo trade.

Historical Significance

City of Washington's involvement during the Spanish American War

Technology

Design and construction information

Site Illustration

A drawing to scale prepared by Indiana University

 

Marine Biology

Corals, fishes and underwater life associated with the City of Washington

Biological Monitoring

Information on specific biological monitoring stations

Diver Information

Location, depth and general diving conditions

Underwater Tour

Dive the City of Washington via the World Wide Web

Shipwreck Report

Underwater Science Student Report