This area is the original city of New Orleans on high ground near the Mississippi River, and it escaped the flood waters. The biggest problem here was the looting and firing of guns and no electricity, thus no night lights or airconditioning.
I took this on Monday when I had a pass to get into the City. Though sad, it is nice to see the street without mobs of people on it, just for a little while. This area was built in the early 1700's.
The Mayor of New Orleans is gradually opening up parts of the City for residents to return. Perhaps this area will be opened next week.