2020 Map of Chalmette

About this map

Chalmette and its surrounding communities are defined by their position along the deep crescent of the Mississippi River, where industry and memory meet at the water's edge. This modern survey illustrates a landscape deeply shaped by navigation and heritage, from the historic Chalmette National Cem and Freedmens Cem to the modern residential blocks of Arabi and Cypress Gardens. The area's complex hydrology is evident in the numerous waterways that cut through the low-lying terrain, including the Mississippi River-Gulf Outlet Canal and the Intracoastal Waterway. South of the river, the sharp bend at English Turn Bend remains a dominant geographic feature, now accompanied by modern developments like River Bend. Public infrastructure and preservation are prominent, evidenced by the Saint Bernard Parish Courthouse and the expansive Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, which protects the significant grounds near the riverbank.