YDT-14

Built in 1942 in Erie, Pennsylvania, the YDT-14 and her sister ship, the YDT-15, served the US Navy as utility ships during World War II. They operated in the Atlantic and Caribbean, out of the ports of San Juan, Key West and Norfolk.

In 1974, both vessels were re-designated as dive tenders and continued in this role until retirement. Then, in 2000, the ships were sunk in 100 feet of water, 18 miles from Pensacola Pass, as part of the artificial reef program.

Gulf storms have subsequently buried the YDT-15 up to her decks, but the YDT-14 sits upright, fully exposed. Divers will find the top of the wreck at 70 feet. Decking has been removed fore and aft of the bridge to make the wreck safer for visiting divers.