The purpose of this site and the data available here is to provide access to Mississippi River shoaling as passively reported from active, operating vessels on the River. The data (Crowd Source Bathymetry) available using this tool (Shoalcast) is processed in near real-time to produce daily, in-datum bathymetric maps. The presented information is intended to serve only as an initial reference for shoaling. The information compiled by this tool does not substitute for the need to conduct complete independent analyses and it does not substitute for licensed river pilot assessments and judgments of River conditions. This tool should be viewed merely as a reference unless otherwise noted. The information and data on this site are dynamic and will change over time. We strive, in good faith, to provide current, reliable and accurate information; however, we fully recognize the possibility of human and/or mechanical error occurring. The Water Institute of the Gulf, its employees, officers, and agents, denies any warranty (expressed or implied) of accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information published via this site and shall not be held liable for any losses caused by usage and reliance upon the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of such information. Any person or entity that relies upon such information obtained from this site does so at their own risk.
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