Chuckawalla Valley State Prison, State correctional facility in Blythe, California
Chuckawalla Valley State Prison spans across 1,720 acres with 11 dormitory buildings organized into four main yards and a segregation unit.
The California Department of Corrections opened this facility in December 1988 to address the increasing need for inmate housing in the state.
The prison provides educational programs and vocational training opportunities to prepare inmates for successful reintegration into society after their release.
The facility maintains specific visiting hours and requires advance registration for all visitors, following California Department of Corrections regulations.
Located in the Colorado Desert, the prison staff manages operations in extreme temperatures that can exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit during summer months.
Location: California
Inception: December 1988
Official opening: December 1988
GPS coordinates: 33.56340,-114.90900
Latest update: May 13, 2025 09:36
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