FCI Beckley Medium and Satellite Camp

Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)

Last Updated: March 18, 2024
Address
1600 Industrial Rd, Beaver, WV 25813
Beds
1642
County
Raleigh
Phone
304-252-9758
Fax
304-256-4956
Email
bec-execassistant-s@bop.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 350, Beaver, WV 25813

FCI Beckley is for Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) offenders found guilty of a federal crime and sentenced to incarceration in accordance with the Department of Justice Sentencing Guidelines.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for Federal Medium | Minimum facility.

The phone carrier is Trulincs, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is MoneyGram There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

Satellite View of FCI Beckley Medium and Satellite Camp

You can support your loved ones at FCI Beckley on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 304-252-9758.

The Federal Correctional Institution, Beckley (FCI Beckley) stands as a medium-security federal prison for male inmates alongside a satellite prison camp for minimum-security lowest-risk offenders. Situated approximately 51 miles southeast of Charleston and 136 miles northwest of Roanoke, Virginia, this facility houses over 1600 total inmates, less than ten percent occupy the Camp.

Originally established as the Beckley Work Release Center in 1974, FCI Beckley underwent reorganization in 1997, emerging as the Beckley Correctional Center (BCC). Its evolution continued in March 2011 when it expanded into the Jackie Withrow Hospital to accommodate a Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Unit (RSAT), further enhancing its capabilities to address the needs of its inmate population.

Inmates adhere to a strict schedule, including multiple daily counts and work movements, with set times for cell occupancy and recreational activities. Despite the regimented routine, prisoners have access to communication services such as text-based email through Corrlinks and limited phone privileges. Inmates are permitted to shop for personal items, food, snacks, etc, here is a list and prices of items sold at the commissary in FCI Beckley.

Notable inmates such as Steven Warshak, James Kopp, and Eric DeWayne Boyd have left their mark on FCI Beckley's history, each bringing with them unique challenges and stories.

The facility's comprehensive healthcare services encompass medical and dental sick call, routine care, physical examinations, and emergency medical and dental care, ensuring the well-being of its inmates.

Psychology services at FCI Beckley cater to the diverse needs of its population, offering programs like the BRAVE (Bureau Rehabilitation and Values Enhancement) Program, designed to facilitate self-improvement among young offenders. Other offerings include anger management and stress management groups, addressing critical aspects of inmate rehabilitation.

FCI Beckley houses a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP), complemented by additional services like drug and substance abuse education programs, catering to inmates' needs for recovery and rehabilitation. RDAP

Educational opportunities abound at FCI Beckley, with GED classes, ESL courses, and adult continuing education programs available. Advanced occupational education programs cover a wide array of fields, including business retail management, carpentry, HVAC, and welding, empowering inmates with valuable skills for reintegration into society.

The facility's library services, UNICOR facilities, commissary, and recreation programs further enrich the daily lives of inmates, providing avenues for personal growth, education, and recreation.

In summary, FCI Beckley serves as a vital institution within the federal correctional system, striving to foster rehabilitation and personal development among its inmate population while ensuring safety and security within its walls.

Inmate Locator

FCI Beckley Medium and Satellite Camp is a facility in the federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) that publishes the names of the inmates currently in one of their locations nationwide. Your search should start with the first locator to see if your loved one is there. You will need the offender's first and last name and it must be spelled exactly. If you have a eight-digit BOP Inmate ID number (xxxxx-xxx)

If you cannot find your inmate in the federal search, the second box is the InmateAid Inmate Search. This database of inmates is all the inmates currently incarcerated in all prisons, jails and detention centers. You do not need to sign up to use this free inmate locator.

If you are looking for someone who has been recently taken into custody, you may access the Arrest Record Search feature, there is a cost for this fresh information

Visitation Information

Beckley Medium and Satellite Camp - Visiting Hours

  • Monday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Sunday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Holidays 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Visiting Information

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