| Opened: |
1981 |
| Warden: |
Willie Thomas |
| Phone: |
(334) 567-1460 |
| Mailing Address: |
P.O. Box 8
Elmore, AL 36025 |
| Street Address: |
Highway 23 N
Elmore, AL 36025 |
| Capacity: |
1050 |
Elmore Correctional Facility
originated as a temporary institution in 1981 using modular units for
dormitories and a permanently constructed dining hall. During July
1991, three dormitories were constructed with a capacity for 300
inmates each. Additionally, a new kitchen has been added to the dining
hall, and the old kitchen renovated into an administrative area. Elmore
also has a laundry operation, a visiting area, a law library, substance
abuse treatment area, and has a chapel currently under construction.
The inmates have opportunity to participate in numerous religious,
recreational, educational and self-help programs at Elmore. The
facility is located just north of Montgomery in Elmore.
Elmore is
the recycling headquarters for the Department, and also maintains
compost for the local area. Inmates classified as minimum-in custody
are required to work upon the institution’s property while under the
supervision of Department employees; whereas minimum-out inmates may
work off the property under free world supervision. Inmates employed on
renovation crews of the Alabama Correctional Industries are housed at
their work sites until weekends and holidays when they are returned to
the institution.