1970 Press Photo Construction of jail in Belle Chasse, Louisiana - noc22251

Construction of a new $200,000 Belle Chasse, Louisiana, lockup for Plaquemines Parish was well under way this week with completion of the 10-cell holding plant expected later this year. The new building near the Belle Chasse Ferryboat Landing will include offices for the sheriff and the district attorney.

Photo is dated 1970.

Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches.