The dive site Bass Lake or Glen Douglas Quarry is an inland flooded quarry in the (locality name) area on the (topographical feature), near Vereeniging in the Gauteng province of South Africa.
The site is fresh water at high altitude (?m)
This lake is used primarily as a training location for Johannesburg-based Open Water diver training schools, along with Miracle Waters.
An entrance fee is charged to divers.
Bass Lake is situated at 26°30'33.69"S, 28° 4'0.75"E.
Access is via the R59 - take the Henley Drive offramp, and follow signs.
This site is not in a Marine Protected Area. A permit is not required.
Maximum depth is 22m.
Visibility is poor, from 6 metres down to 2 or less after much diving during the day.
Bass Lake is a flooded Dolomite quarry located South of Johannesburg, close to Vereeneging, with a 10 hectare surface area.
Water is fairly warm, however there is a noticeable thermocline at approximately 8 metres. The water is very still, with no waves.
Shore access dive.
There are several grids in various locations.
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 required, the site is suitable for entry level diver training.
No special equipment required. Weighs may have to be changed to suit fresh water.
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