Overview

• Six Flags New Orleans, originally opened as Jazzland in 2000, is undergoing demolition nearly two decades after being devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
• The park was submerged under more than seven feet of water for a month following the 2005 storm, leading to its permanent closure.
• Smoot Construction has been hired to dismantle the site, marking a significant step toward revitalizing the area.
• Developer Troy Henry is spearheading the redevelopment project, Bayou Phoenix, which includes plans for a water park, hotel, esports arena, and more.
• The project has garnered strong community support and is seen as a pivotal opportunity for economic growth in New Orleans East.