NBM Dive Site Resource
S.S. Keystorm
Alexandria Bay, New York, United States
Established St. Lawrence River recreational shipwreck dive documented by an operating regional dive charter or specialized wreck source.
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Aquatic life at this dive site
What divers may encounter
Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
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Photographs
Three views rotate from the published gallery on each visit.
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Dive videos
Three featured video positions are reserved on every profile.Recent field observations
Diver-reported temperatures
Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.
Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.
Seasonal planning reference
Typical monthly conditions
Long-term averages, not a forecast. Actual air and water conditions can change quickly and may vary across the site.Moderate-confidence match — Matched by documented Great Lakes port/area. Air and surface-water values are regional planning averages. No bottom-water line is published because a comparable depth-specific record has not yet been verified.
| Month | Average air | Surface water | Bottom water | Bottom measurement depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19.9°F / -6.7°C | 35.9°F / 2.2°C | No reliable record | — |
| Feb | 21.1°F / -6.1°C | 33.5°F / 0.8°C | No reliable record | — |
| Mar | 30.4°F / -0.9°C | 34.6°F / 1.4°C | No reliable record | — |
| Apr | 43.1°F / 6.2°C | 39.3°F / 4.1°C | No reliable record | — |
| May | 55.0°F / 12.8°C | 49.3°F / 9.6°C | No reliable record | — |
| Jun | 63.8°F / 17.7°C | 60.3°F / 15.7°C | No reliable record | — |
| Jul | 69.0°F / 20.6°C | 69.9°F / 21.1°C | No reliable record | — |
| Aug | 67.5°F / 19.7°C | 72.8°F / 22.7°C | No reliable record | — |
| Sep | 60.0°F / 15.6°C | 69.1°F / 20.6°C | No reliable record | — |
| Oct | 48.8°F / 9.3°C | 59.7°F / 15.4°C | No reliable record | — |
| Nov | 38.0°F / 3.3°C | 49.8°F / 9.9°C | No reliable record | — |
| Dec | 27.3°F / -2.6°C | 41.6°F / 5.3°C | No reliable record | — |
NOAA NCEI 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals — Watertown, NY
1991–2020 climate normalsReview source ↗NOAA NCEI Coastal Water Temperature Guide — Alexandria Bay, NY
Historical monthly station averagesReview source ↗Bottom temperature is never inferred from surface temperature. A blank month means no reliable depth-specific average is available. Data reviewed 2026-08-26.
Why divers know this place
Highlights
Historic St. Lawrence maritime wreck and freshwater habitat.
Before you arrive
Access notes
Boat dive in U.S. waters northwest of Oak Island; carry required border documents when departing Canada.
Plan within your training
Conditions and hazards
River current, active commercial shipping, cold water, changing visibility, entanglement, zebra mussels, fragile wreckage and possible overhead areas; use a dive flag and appropriate surface support.
Independent resource notice
This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.