Ouachita Parish, Administrative division in northern Louisiana, US
Ouachita Parish spans 632 square miles of territory, including the cities of Monroe and West Monroe, divided by the Ouachita River.
The parish, established in 1807, derives its name from the Ouachita Native American tribe who inhabited the lands along the river.
The Watson Brake mound complex within the parish stands as North America's earliest known indigenous earthwork construction, dating from 3500 BCE.
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office maintains public safety across the region with headquarters in Monroe and operates the Ouachita Correctional Center.
The parish experienced a notable population surge between 1920 and 1930, with an increase of 79 percent due to employment opportunities.
Location: Louisiana
Inception: 1807
Capital city: Monroe
Shares border with: Union Parish, Morehouse Parish, Richland Parish, Caldwell Parish, Jackson Parish, Lincoln Parish
Website: https://oppj.org
GPS coordinates: 32.48000,-92.16000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:58
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