Wildwood Correctional Center

Wildwood Correctional Complex is a state-run correctional facility in Kenai, Alaska, managed by the Alaska Department of Corrections. The center is critical in Alaska’s corrections system, which can house up to 470 inmates. This facility accommodates a mix of male and female offenders, serving pre-trial detainees and those serving sentences for felonies or misdemeanors. The complex emphasizes rehabilitative programs, striving to equip inmates with skills for successful reintegration into society.

The site of the Wildwood Correctional Complex has a fascinating history. It was originally constructed in 1951 as the Wildwood Army Station and served as a military communications base. Just two years later, the project was completed and handed over to the U.S. Air Force by 1965, where it was renamed the Wildwood Air Force Station.

The property underwent another transformation in 1974 when it was briefly considered for use as a boarding school by the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Finally, in 1983, the State of Alaska leased part of the property for correctional use, permanently purchasing it in 1992.

Today, the complex operates with a strong focus on education and vocational training, helping inmates gain essential skills during incarceration. There is also a pre-trial facility within the complex for individuals awaiting trial.

Visitation at Wildwood Correctional Complex is essential to maintaining inmate connection to the outside world. The visiting hours at the Wildwood Correctional Complex are as follows:

• Saturday – 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Sunday – 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Wildwood Correctional Complex remains an integral part of Alaska’s correctional system, combining security with opportunities for offender rehabilitation and personal growth.

For further information about the Wildwood Correctional Complex, including inmate records search and visitation details, individuals can refer to the official website of the Alaska Department of Corrections or utilize online inmate search platforms specific to the state of Alaska.