how deep is the dead sea

The Dead Sea is about 304 meters (997 feet) deep at its deepest point, making it the deepest hypersaline lake in the world.

Basic facts

• The maximum depth of the Dead Sea is approximately 304 m (997 ft).

• Its surface lies around 440 m (about 1,443 ft) below sea level, which makes its shores the lowest land elevation on Earth.

• Because of its extreme salinity, people can float very easily on its surface, but the water column itself is not as deep as many oceans or great lakes.

Extra context

• The Dead Sea is a salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east and Israel and Palestine to the west.

• Falling water levels in recent decades have not significantly changed the quoted maximum depth figure, which is still commonly given as about 304 m.

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