600 U.S. Highway 27 South
South Bay, Florida
33493-2233
(561) 992-9505
Suncom: N/A
FAX: (561) 992-9551
E-Mail: southbaycf@ thegeogroupinc.com
Chaplain's Office
(561) 992-9505
Directions:
Located on US-27, just south of the intersection of US-27 and SR-80.
Historical Information:
This facility was established in 1997 to house adult male inmates. It is operated by The GEO Group (formerly Wackenhut Corrections Corporation) under contract with the Correctional Privatization Commission.
Total Staff (on 1/07): 1 Department of Corrections
staff
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Type of Housing Units:
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Open Bay Housing Units
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1
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Cell Housing Units
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7 |
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Room Housing Units
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0
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Total Capacity
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1,862
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Other Information:
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Population Gender
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Male
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Adult or Youthful
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Adult
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Facility Level
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5
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Self Contained Housing Units
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Yes
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Designated Confinement Space
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Yes
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Custody Grades
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Close, Medium, Minimum, Community
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Medical Grades
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1 through 4 |
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Psychological Grades
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1 through 3
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Wheelchair Capabilities
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Yes
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Hearing Impaired Capabilities
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No
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Academic Programs:
- Adult Basic Education/GED
- Literacy
Vocational Programs:
- Building Maintenance Technology
- Business Software Applications
- Carpentry & Cabinetmaking (Cabinetmaking)
- Environmental Horticulture
- Gasoline Engine Service Technology
- Nursery Operations
Library Services:
- Library Program
- Major Law Collection
Substance Abuse Programs:
- Tier I - Substance Abuse Education
(RTC)
- Tier IV - Residential Therapeutic
Community (RTC)
Other Ongoing Programs:
- Alcoholics Anonymous
- Life Skills
- Narcotics Anonymous