Federal Medical Center, Butner

The Federal Medical Center in Butner is an administrative security prison that houses male federal inmates needing medical care. The facility provides specialized treatment and holds inmates across multiple security classifications requiring health services.

This center opened in 1995 as part of the Butner Federal Correctional Complex, expanding medical capabilities within the federal prison system. It represented a major effort to centralize specialized health services for federal inmates.

The facility maintains educational programs including GED preparation and English language courses while providing medical treatment to the inmate population.

Visits occur on weekends and federal holidays during designated hours, with strict security checks and identification requirements in place. Plan ahead and check current guidelines, as there are limits on what items and clothing visitors can bring.

The facility operates the only residential treatment program in the federal prison system dedicated to individuals convicted of sexual crimes. This specialized program sets it apart from other federal correctional institutions across the country.

Location: Durham County

Website: https://bop.gov/locations/institutions/buh

GPS coordinates: 36.13781,-78.81335

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:04