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New Orleans
New Orleans is situated on relatively flat terrain, primarily at or slightly below sea level, with the average elevation around 6 feet above sea level. The city's landscape is characterized by a network of wetlands, rivers, and bayous, which play a crucial role in its ecology and urban planning. It lies within the Mississippi River Delta, where sediment deposits have shaped the land over millennia, creating a patchwork of low-lying areas and natural levees. The city's unique topography is further influenced by its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, leading to a mix of coastal and inland ecosystems. This flatness and vulnerability to flooding have necessitated extensive levee systems and drainage infrastructure to manage water levels, particularly during heavy rains and hurricanes. Overall, the terrain of New Orleans presents both challenges and a rich environment that contributes to its cultural and natural diversity.
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Name: New Orleans topographic map, elevation, terrain.
Location: New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States (29.86548 -90.13993 30.19947 -89.62518)
Average elevation: 3 ft
Minimum elevation: -20 ft
Maximum elevation: 98 ft
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