Louisiana Superdome

(The Louisiana Superdome as viewed from the train.)

• Largest fixed dome structure in the world.
• Largest domed structure in the world when built.
• Structural steel frame covers 13 acres.
• 273 foot tall dome.
• Diameter of 680 feet.
• Maximum football seating capacity of 72,003.
• Maximum basketball seating capacity of 55,675.
• A 1980s Rolling Stones concert attracted over 87,500 spectators.
• Took four years to build (1971-1975).
• The dome has an interior space of 125,000,000 ft³.
• Construction cost $165 million (1975).
• Cost $193 million to repair and refurbish after Hurricane Katrina.
• Sheltered about 30,000 people during Hurricane Katrina.