Louisiana is frequently noted for having the fastest sea level rise in the world, as measured by tide gauges.
Data and Station Information for GRAND ISLE
Only problem is, sea level isn’t rising in Louisiana. Satellites show no rise over the last decade. Lousiana isĀ sinking into the sea, and the tide gauges are going down with it.
When you build on a swamp and shut off the deposition of eroded material from up stream, the Swamp will sink under the waves. Louisiana is a very good example of poor land use planning.