


County: Jackson
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Directions: From I-10 near Sneads take Exit 158 (SR-286 North) for approximately 7 miles to US-90. Turn right on US-90 and go approximately 2.5 miles. The institution will be on the left. Turn left off US-90 and go north on Apalachee Drive to the facility.
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Historical Information: Apalachee Correctional Institution was established in 1949 as a Youthful Offender facility. In 1959, the name was changed to East Unit when the Prison Labor Camp was acquired from the Division of Mental Health and the new property was designated as West Unit. In 1990 the profile was changed to adult males.
Total Staff (on 1/13): 290
Facility Profile Information: Last updated 7/12
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| Type of Housing Units: | |
|---|---|
| Open Bay Housing Units | 5 |
| Cell Housing Units | 3 |
| Room Housing Units | 0 |
| Maximum Capacity | 1,322 |
| Other Information: | |
| Population Gender | Male |
| Adult or Youthful | Adult |
| Facility Level | 5 |
| Self Contained Housing Units | Yes |
| Designated Confinement Space | Yes |
| Custody Grades | Close, Medium, Minimum, Community |
| Medical Grades | 1 through 4 |
| Psychological Grades | 1 through 3 |
| Wheelchair Capabilities | No |
| Hearing Impaired Capabilities | No |
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Community Work Squads:
| Dept. of Transportation | No | |
| Public Work Squads | No | |
|
Interagency Community Service Work Squads | No | |
| Contracted Work Squads | No |