Chatham, Louisiana
Gateway to Caney Lake



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Thanks for stopping by and taking some time to learn about the wonderful town of Chatham, Louisiana.


History of Chatham

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Chatham is located in Jackson Parish in north central Louisiana. It is easily accessible from LA Hwy 4 and LA Hwy 34. Chatham is approximately twenty-five miles south of Interstate 20.

In the area there are many recreational opportunities for those who enjoy, boating, fishing, swimming and camping. In Chatham there is a fishing pier and picnic area on Chatham Lake. Caney Lake is located approximately 5 miles south of Chatham and provides some of the best fishing in the state. Jimmy Davis State Park, which is on Caney Lake, provides camping areas, cabins, group-camp facilities, picnic areas and a swimming area.

We have two main celebrations each year : The 4th of July Parade, usually held the Saturday before the weekend of the 4th and the Chatham Christmas Parade. Each event has fireworks after dark.  We would love for you to come and join us!




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Herman Lenard, Mayor
Lynette Roberts, Clerk
1709 Oak St  
PO Box 7
Chatham, LA  71226
Office: (318) 249-2541
Fax: (318) 249-4436
Office Hours:
      8 AM - 4 PM   Monday - Thursday
      8 AM - 12 PM Friday


The Town Hall houses the council room, the town offices, the police station and a sub-station for the Jackson Parish Sheriff's Office. Chatham's volunteer fire department is next door at 1703 Oak Street
    Town Departments

Police Department
Chief Mikel Wilson
CALL 911 for EMERGENCIES
(318) 249-2541

Fire Department
Chief Danny Peel
CALL 911 for EMERGENCIES
(318) 249-2541

Public Works
Maintenance Supervisor - Ray Lenard
(318) 249-2541



Chatham is governed by the Lawrason Act, which calls for a town to have a Mayor and Town Council.

Chatham's current mayor is Herman Lenard. 

The Town Council is an elected board that meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM. 

The Town Council has five members:
Claudine Cartwright
Gregory Harris
Toni Malone
Sue Ann Proffer
Carlene Thompson

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