Vienna Correctional Center

The Vienna Correctional Center, located in Vienna, Illinois, is a minimum-security prison for adult males. Established in November 1965, the facility is managed by the Illinois Department of Corrections. It is situated on 3,500 acres, with 40 acres enclosed by fences, and is adjacent to the Shawnee National Forest. The center also serves as the parent institution for the Dixon Springs Impact Incarceration Program.

The prison has an operational capacity of 1,072 inmates, though its working capacity has been cited as 1,963 in some sources. As of June 30, 2024, the facility housed 698 inmates, with a total population of 713 when including affiliated programs.

Vienna Correctional Center offers a range of rehabilitative programs aimed at preparing inmates for reintegration into society. These include academic courses such as GED preparation and college classes, vocational training in fields like auto mechanics and construction, and personal development programs like anger management and substance abuse counseling. 

The facility has a history of innovation, being the first Illinois prison accredited by the American Correctional Association in 1979. However, it has also faced criticism for overcrowding and unsanitary conditions, as documented by watchdog organizations.

Visitation at Vienna Correctional Center includes video visitation, available daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Visitors are required to log in 15 minutes before their scheduled time.

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