NDC - Southern Desert Correctional Center (SDCC)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 16, 2024
Address
20825 Cold Creek Rd, Indian Springs, NV 89070
Beds
2149
County
Clark
Phone
702-879-3800
Email
info@doc.nv.gov
Mailing Address
PO Box 208, Indian Springs, NV 89070-0208

SDCC is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

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Located at 20825 Cold Creek Rd in Indian Springs, NV, SDCC carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. SDCC offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.

Located in Clark County, just north of Las Vegas situated next door to the High Desert State Prison, the SDCC commenced operations in February 1982 as the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDC) fourth major institution. Initially comprising seven 102-cell housing units, one of which housed federal prisoners until 1987, the center has since expanded significantly. Additional units, including a new 200-cell housing unit in 1989 and two 240-bed dormitory-style units in 2008, have boosted the capacity from 714 in 1982 to the current 2,149 inmates.

In terms of staffing, SDCC employs 198 Protective Service staff along with various professionals and skilled personnel. This includes 38 Program Staff covering education, psychology, re-entry, and more, as well as 12 Skilled Maintenance Personnel, 4 Warehouse Employees, and others to facilitate daily operations.

SDCC predominantly houses medium-custody general population inmates, supplemented by two specialized programming units. The facility's total capacity stands at approximately 2,149 inmates.

A wide array of programs is available at SDCC, offering inmates opportunities for educational advancement, vocational training, and treatment services. Inmates can pursue a high school equivalency (GED), high school diploma, or college degree, with the education department also offering a Culinary Arts vocational program. Psycho-educational programs cater to various needs, alongside a re-entry program designed to facilitate successful community integration. The facility hosts "TRUST," a therapeutic community aiding inmates with a substance abuse history, and provides religious services for diverse denominations.

SDCC boasts its own medical and mental health staff to cater to the inmate population's healthcare needs, ensuring comprehensive support and treatment services.

Prison industries at SDCC include card sorting and the Silver State automotive restoration and repair program, providing inmates with valuable vocational skills and opportunities for meaningful work experience.

Lifetime of Learning Education Program

Inmate Locator

SDCC maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.

If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.

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Visitation Information

Appointments will be accepted until Thursday at 2:00pm for that weekend. You can make an appointment by email or by phone.

Visitation Email: sdccvisitation@doc.nv.gov (24 hours a day/7 days a week)

Phone (725) 216-6500 ask for Visiting.

Available appointment times refer to housing level:

  • 7:00am to 10:30am - Morning Session
  • 7:00am to 3:00pm - All Day Session
  • 12:00pm to 3:00pm - Afternoon Session

Administrative Regulation 719: Inmate Visitation

Visitation Manual

Inmate Visiting Application

  • An inmate’s visitor(s) will be allowed one entrance time per visiting day. Entrance is on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Inmates are allowed only one visit during each am/pm session (unless a Special Visit has been approved).
  • All rules, regulations, and dress codes will be strictly enforced. Please ensure you arrive in proper attire with the appropriate identification and documentation.

(The inmate’s visiting schedule at Southern Desert Correctional Center is determined by his classification).

Visiting Times

INMATES

DAYS

HOURS NOTES General Population Inmates – Level I and Level II Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Check-in times are 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for the morning session and 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the afternoon session. General Population Inmates – Level III Fridays Only 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for the morning session or 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. for the afternoon session. Check-in times are 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for the morning session and 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the afternoon session. Segregation Unit (Behind glass Visitation ONLY except for inmate legal counsel)

Mondays only (Morning Session Only)

7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Check-in starts at 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Behavioral Modification Unit (BMU) Mondays only (Afternoon Session Only) 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Check-in starts 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the afternoon session. Visiting is Closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Closed Closed

The number of visitors that will be eligible to visit may be reduced at any given time without notice to provide necessary safety and security or to meet the specific needs of the institution. Events such as but not limited to staffing, scheduling, programs (graduations), lockdowns, safety concerns etc. The amount of acceptable visitors will be at the discretion of the visiting Sergeant or Shift Supervisor.

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