UT DOC - Central Utah Correctional (CUCF)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 08, 2024
Address
255 East 300 N , Gunnison, UT 84634
Beds
1800
County
Sanpete
Phone
435-528-6000

CUCF 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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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

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You can support your loved ones at CUCF on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 435-528-6000.

Located at 255 East 300 N in Gunnison, UT, CUCF carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. CUCF 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.

The Central Utah Correctional Facility (CUCF), situated in Gunnison, commenced operations in 1989 and can accommodate up to 1,800 male inmates. The facility comprises three distinct housing sections: Henry, Boulder, and Monroe, each established at different intervals over the years.

Henry, operational since 1989, houses units like Aspen, Birch, Cedar, and Dogwood, alongside an infirmary. Boulder, established between 1998 and 2003, encompasses Elm, Fir, Gale, and Hickory units. Monroe, added in 2016, features the Ironwood housing unit and has room for three additional units.

Inmates at CUCF are provided with various opportunities for growth, including high school education managed by the South Sanpete School District and vocational training programs offered by Snow College, covering areas like building trades and culinary arts. The facility also offers substance abuse treatment through programs like HOPE (Help Offenders Parole Effectively), a residential, therapeutic-community initiative.

Furthermore, CUCF facilitates Utah Correctional Industries work programs, such as Sign Shop, Contract Sewing, Uniform Sewing/Mattress/Pillow Production, and Embroidery/Silk Printing, enabling inmates to develop essential life skills and gain work experience.

With around 500 employees, the majority residing in the Six-County region encompassing Juab, Millard, Piute, Sanpete, Sevier, and Wayne counties, CUCF plays a significant role in the local community. Over half of these employees call Sanpete County home, reinforcing the facility's ties to its surrounding area.

Inmate Locator

CUCF 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

UT DOC - Central Utah Correctional Facility - Visitation

The Utah Department of Corrections encourages approved visitors to schedule appointments before visiting inmates, stressing the importance of regular contact for inmate success post-release. Communication is primarily via email due to staffing shortages, with email notifications for visit changes or cancellations. Responses to visitor applications or visitation requests are sent via email. It's advised not to call to confirm visitation on the day itself.

Visitors should review visitation regulations beforehand, available online for various facilities. Regularly check the website for any changing conditions. Arrive 10 minutes early for video visits and 30 minutes early for in-person visits to the Utah State Correctional Facility, Central Utah Correctional Facility, or county jails.

Please arrive 10 minutes early for video visiting and 30 minutes early for in-person visiting.

Learn how to schedule a video visit here - Learn more about video visiting here: https://corrections.utah.gov/visit-an-inmate/video-visiting/

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