Construction Begins on New Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Headquarters

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Construction has begun on a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as the new headquarters for the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police department in Ada, Oklahoma. The new headquarters is part of the Chickasaw Nation's efforts to expand and modernize its law enforcement capabilities.

Why it matters

The Chickasaw Lighthorse Police is the tribal law enforcement agency for the Chickasaw Nation, one of the largest Native American tribes in the United States. The new headquarters will allow the department to better serve the Chickasaw community and coordinate with local and state law enforcement.

The details

The new Chickasaw Lighthorse Police headquarters is being built on a 10-acre site in Ada, Oklahoma. The 30,000-square-foot facility will include offices, a dispatch center, a crime lab, and training facilities. The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

• Construction began in early January 2026.
• The new headquarters is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

What’s next

The Chickasaw Nation plans to hold a grand opening ceremony for the new Chickasaw Lighthorse Police headquarters once construction is completed.