how deep is the mississippi river in new orleans

The deepest part of the Mississippi River in New Orleans reaches about 200 feet (61 meters) deep, with some sources indicating a maximum depth close to 250 feet off Algiers Point across from Jackson Square. This is the river's deepest point overall, far deeper than its average depth at other locations or near its headwaters. The depth at New Orleans is significantly greater than the average depth of 9 to 12 feet in other parts of the river.