Dive Haven , Georgia

Brothers James and Brent Easley recently opened their new dive site in northwest Georgia after convincing the owner of the property to sell. The quarry filled with water sometime in the early 1980s and still holds a crane, which is about 40 feet (12 m) below the surface. The Easleys held a grand opening celebration in June, and already four platforms are in place at depths ranging from 15 to 30 feet (4.5 to 9 m). Four docks also are available. The site is open weekends only but is available during the week by appointment. Gear rental is available. Brent Easley said he and his brother plan to add a few more platforms, concessions, campsites, rental cabins and a heated pool. They also hope to sink an airplane. Nitrox should be available soon, Brent Easley said.

Depths to: 165 feet (50 m)

Visibility: Usually 15-20 feet (4.5-6 m) but on the east side of the lake on a recent weekend, visibility reached 40 feet (12 m).

Water temperature: 82 degrees Fahrenheit (28 degrees Celsius) in July. About 20 feet (6 m) down is a thermocline where the temperature drops to 70 F (21 C). The lake's bottom temperature dipped to 47 F (9 C) in July.

Aquatic life: Includes big catfish, bass and brim and carp.

Fees: Admission is $25 for divers, $10 for nondivers. Season passes may be sold next year.

On-site amenities: Picnic tables, showers, changing rooms and porta-potties. Permanent restrooms are planned.

More info: Visit www.divehavenga.com or call (404) 281-5060.

Open: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays year-round. Weekdays by appointment.

Getting there: From Atlanta, drive north on Interstate 75 to Exit 293. Turn right and drive 3 miles until you pass railroad tracks. Turn left onto Shinall Road . At end of the road, turn left on Old Tennessee Highway . Continue about a quarter mile. Dive Haven is on the right.