Construction for the Lee Road Branch Library started in December, 1986. Previously, library service to the area was provided by the Library's Bookmobile. Funding for construction, equipment, and furnishings for the branch was provided by a capital improvement plan approved by St. Tammany Parish voters in the mid 1980's. The contemporary style 2,000 square foot building has a brick exterior and a vaulted ceiling over the circulation desk. The branch opened to the public on Monday, July 27, 1987.