Billy Moore Unit, State prison in Overton, Texas, United States.
Billy Moore Unit is a correctional facility located near Overton that holds male inmates in medium and minimum-security settings. The prison can house around 500 people and operates with both security and support staff on its grounds.
The facility came under the management of Management and Training Corporation in 2008, taking over from the previous operator Corrections Corporation of America. This shift marked a change in how the prison was run and administered.
The facility maintains educational programs including Adult Basic Education, GED courses, and OSHA General Construction training for inmate skill development.
The facility sits three miles north of Overton and operates with a dedicated team of security and administrative staff. Access to the site is typically restricted, as with most correctional institutions.
The facility runs a dog training program where inmates work with dogs that are later used for community purposes. This initiative combines rehabilitation with practical service to the surrounding area.
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