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To: eldoradude

Is the dome on higher ground?

Yes, I know it has levels up high, but I'm asking is it located on higher ground? Realizing, of course, in NO, higher ground is relative.


567 posted on 08/28/2005 10:42:05 AM PDT by GOP_Proud (Those who preach tolerance most, have the least for my views.)
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To: GOP_Proud
is it located on higher ground?

It's built up to be higher at its base than other structures in the area. So, yes, it is on relatively "higher ground."

592 posted on 08/28/2005 10:45:51 AM PDT by Types_with_Fist (I'm on FReep so often that when I read an article at another site I scroll down for the comments.)
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To: GOP_Proud
NO, The Superdome is approx 14 ft below sea level and ground level. The Playing field is actually lower than that.

If NO floods they will basically have 100,000 people trapped in the upper deck in a domed structure with no power and a 20 ft lake below them.

594 posted on 08/28/2005 10:45:58 AM PDT by commish ((Montgomery, AL) Freedom Tastes Sweetest to Those Who Have Fought to Preserve It)
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To: GOP_Proud

Last time I was there, the dome appeared to be built on a 20 foot or so mound. I think they took elevation into account when it was built and purposely built it up. The parking lot is low though.

Don't hold me to it, it was about 6 years ago since I was there.


601 posted on 08/28/2005 10:46:46 AM PDT by Tarpon
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