NSA New Orleans 

United States Navy installation

1340 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70112


NSA New Orleans started its history as the largest military base in New Orleans. The facility was so large that is spread over both sides of the Mississippi River. It dealt with multiple training sessions and support not just for the US Navy, but also for other federal agencies. The base is the only one in the United States of America that was born two times – at the beginning of the 20-th century and in 1939. More similar bases were closed or shut down throughout their histories, but the situation is different for this one. The base was almost entirely abandoned and destroyed before being reborn. Some of the most important facilities included a lodge, a family center, a childcare center, a health care hospital or a commissary. The troops interested in recreational areas had a lot to choose from too, such as a huge library, multiple art and cultural centers or auto centers.

The land was given from one ruler to another in the early history of the United States of America. It was purchased by the US government in 1849. The plan fell before the construction started. Without seeing the necessity of such a base, the authorities decided to lease the area to the local farmers. The station was finally established at the beginning of the 20-th century, in 1901. During the same year, the first units showed up at the base. In 1902, the base went through a first wave of upgrades and improvements with multiple investments worth $4M. The place was expanded again one year later, in 1903. The base was so solid at those times that many of the buildings still stand today. The new base successfully operated until 1911, then it was shut down. The US Navy reactivated it in 1915 and turned it into a repair workshop for the vessels of the US Navy. Without a major role in World War I, NSA New Orleans Louisiana was more attractive during the Great Depression times, when it trained and prepared for the US Navy almost 25000 men that lost their homes. They were taken from the streets and given a role in the US Navy. There were only three such centers in the country. As World War II began, the base was again used at a full potential. Although it had a bright future due to the continuous improvements, NSA New Orleans was recently closed through an emotional ceremony on September, 15-th, 2011.

Some of the most important units hosted at NSA New Orleans include the 4-th Marine Division, the Marine Forces Reserve, the Naval Air Force Reserve and the 4-th Marine Aircraft Wing. None of them is still around since the base was closed. In other words, this is a special military bases that was born two times and killed one time. But who knows what the future has in store for these lands?

It used to host almost 4000 military troops and close to 3000 civilians employed in various fields or among the soldiers’ families.




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Louisiana Department of Human Resources 504-599-1431
Helps families live safe, healthy and successful lives. It fulfills this mission by providing children, youth, families and adults care, services and treatment to thrive in their homes and communities.

New Orleans Children Services 504-899-9045

New Orleans Animal Services 504-322-3938
Handles pet adoptions, pet licensing, lost and found animals, and more.

New Orleans Dept of Public Health 504-658-2500

Highway Patrol 504-310-7000

Base Operator 504-658-4249



The New Orleans military housing complex consists of affordable high-quality public-private venture (PPV) homes at two locations: the NAS-JRB in Belle Chasse and The Village at Federal City in Algiers. Both locations have numerous unit designs and amenities.

Ridgecrest Subdivision

4.8 miles from base

A quiet neighborhood with well kept homes. It’s away from busy streets and has a neighborhood entrance landscape.


13.4 miles from base

Lakeview neighborhood is located in East Bank District 5 of New Orleans. There are lots of school choices in East Bank. It has a great community and is pet friendly.

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