The Urca de Lima Underwater Archaeological Preserve, at the site of one of the fabled Spanish plate flota (fleet) wrecks that sank during a hurricane in 1715 off present-day Fort Pierce, was opened to the public in September 1987. It was Florida's first Underwater Archaeological Preserve. To locate or dive the wreck, visit the web site www.museumsinthesea.com or call 850.245.6444.

Information provided by Florida Department of State.