The dive site Miracle Waters is an inland dive site in the (locality name) area on the (topographical feature), near Brits in the North West Province of South Africa.
The site is fresh water in an abandoned mine at high altitude (?m)
This lake is used primarily as a training location for Johannesburg-based Open Water diver training schools, along with Bass Lake, however it is also a popular recreational diving destination for those who live within a few hours' drive.
An entrance fee is charged to divers.
Miracle Waters is located at 25°40'37.94"S, 27°45'27.76"E.
10km NW of Hartebeespoort Dam, about 90km NW of Johannesburg
This site is not in a Marine Protected Area. A permit is not required.
Maximum depth is 33m.
Visibility is moderate, from 10 metres down to 5 or less after much diving during the day when divers kick up the silt. Visibility may be better in winter when there is less diving activity.
Miracle Waters is a flooded chromium mine with approximately 6 hectare surface area.
This is an inland site and not greatly affected by weather and season. Water is fairly warm (up to 24°:C in summer), however there are several noticeable thermoclines at approximately 12, 17, and 21 metres. In winter the water will be colder. The water is very still, with no waves. Air temperatures may drop below 0°C at night in winter, and may reach 38°C during the day in summer
Shore access dive.
From Pretoria:
Bass and Kurper, and a freshwater crab may be seen
Wrecks
This site is at high altitude. You must set your decompression computer to the correct altitude range or use altitude tables to avoid increased risk of decompression sickness.
No special skills are required, the site is suitable for entry level diver training.
No special equipment is required.
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