Ely State Prison, Maximum security prison in White Pine County, United States.
The Nevada Department of Corrections facility spans across multiple buildings with concrete walls, guard towers, and security perimeters nine miles north of Ely.
After local residents advocated for its construction in 1985, the Nevada Legislature approved the prison, which opened its doors in July 1989.
The prison implements rehabilitation programs, offering vocational training and educational opportunities to prepare inmates for their return to society.
Visitors must schedule appointments up to 30 days in advance and undergo security checks, including metal detection and vehicle searches.
The facility changed from maximum to medium security classification in 2024 following an incident that prompted the transfer of 2000 inmates.
Location: White Pine County
Inception: July 1989
Official opening: July 1989
GPS coordinates: 39.38550,-114.93840
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:59
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