The OBI Barge Shipwreck New York and New Jersey's (Wreck Valley)

The OBI Barge Shipwreck New York and New Jersey's (Wreck Valley)

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OBI BARGE

This 110'x34'x11'steel barge was originally built for the US Navy YFN 322 in 1942. Robert Matherson owner of the OBI bar and restaurant bought the barge for use as a floating deck. He paved its deck with asphalt and installed fence and party lights. The local politicians complained and forced Mr Matherson to dispose of his newly created floating deck. The Barge was donated and sunk as a reef on June 30 1993. She now sits on he back in 70 feet of water. This wreck site is also called the Federation Reef. 26777.1 43715.2

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