There are lots of them in the Gulf of Mexico--they are called production platforms, you even get oil out of them (and not in the water, if it is done right).
Fish love 'em so much, the crews are not allowed to fish off of them.
But you can't have one of those within 200 miles of the Florida coast, so they have to sink ships, instead.
Maybe that will change after the Cubans start drilling.
So what was the purpose of having the Admirals barge on the flight deck?
Also, I believe they are required to remove all toxic materials and fluids/oils prior to sinking.
Anybody know what the depth is at that point in the Gulf?
The fact that Cuba can drill and we can't irritates the beejeezus out of me...