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Matagorda Island Liberty Ship Reef (MI-616)

 | By Seamus on 12/28/2012 12:18:52 AM | Views (6276)

Matagorda Island Liberty Ship Reef (MI-616)
Donor: Texas Coastal & Marine Council
Structure: Liberty Ship-Dwight L. Moody
Distance From: Port OConnor 22 nm
 

"The Matagorda Island Liberty Ship Reef is composed of three Liberty Ships, the Dwight L. Moody, the Jim Bridger and the George Dewey. Nine other Liberty Ships are located at other reef sites along the Texas coast. Brochures for these reef sites are available from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The Dwight L. Moody made the perilous Atlantic crossing several times during World War II; one convoy was attacked, with two ships torpedoed. Both the Jim Bridger and the George Dewey served in the Normandy invasion, transporting Army and Navy personnel and cargo. The crew of the George Dewey received the Operation and Engagement Star for their participation in the initial phases of the invasion. The crew of the Jim Bridger later received the Philippine Liberation ribbon for services including a landing at Mindanao." - https://tpwd.texas.gov/publications/pwdpubs/media/pwd_br_v3400_0424a.pdf

Catch Information

Species:
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark

Gray Snapper
Gray Snapper

Greater Amberjack
Greater Amberjack

Greater Hammerhead
Greater Hammerhead

Grey Triggerfish
Grey Triggerfish

Rainbow Runner
Rainbow Runner

Red Snapper
Red Snapper

Rock Hind
Rock Hind

Spadefish
Spadefish

Tarpon
Tarpon

Tiger Shark
Tiger Shark

Tomtate
Tomtate

Depth:107 feet (32.61 meters or 17.83 fathoms)

Structure Information

Matagorda Island Liberty Ship Reef (MI-616) is a fishing spot. An artificial or natural reef that attracts fish can be found here. This spot is known to contain ledges and/or rocks that attract fish.

This fishing spot was added to the database on 12/28/2012 12:18:52 AM by Seamus and last updated on 2/27/2021 11:23:49 PM.


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