I'm not a topographical expert but perhaps relocating New-New Orleans to nearby higher ground that is easier protected from Lake Ponchatrain (sp?) and the Gulf waters? Then install a mass transit system to get the workers to and from these critical port facilities and resore the neccesary road and railways that are required to move materials to and from the port.
EDIT: Rhydderch Hael's points reminds me that the Great Lakes weren't as navigable in the 1800's as they are today. Costs may go up but we will adapt and reroute (with much whining and gnashing of teeth along the way. ;) ).
EDIT: Rhydderch Hael's points reminds me that the Great Lakes weren't as navigable in the 1800's as they are today. Costs may go up but we will adapt and reroute (with much whining and gnashing of teeth along the way. ;) ).
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The United States has become a place where entertainers and professional athletes are mistaken for people of importance. Robert A. Heinlein
The United States has become a place where entertainers and professional athletes are mistaken for people of importance. Robert A. Heinlein