Central Region

Dillwyn Correctional Center (male institution)

Located outside the town of Dillwyn in Buckingham County.

Earl R. Barksdale, Warden

1522 Prison Road
P.O. Box 670
Dillwyn, VA 23936
(434) 983-4200

Security Level 2 - Assignment Criteria:

For Initial Assignment ONLY: No Escape History within past 5 years. Single Life sentences must have reached their Parole Eligibility Date (PED). No disruptive behavior for at least past 24 months prior to consideration for a transfer to any less-secure facility.

Specifications:

Opened - 1993
Average Daily Population (Sept. 1999) - 1,092
Special Populations - Parole Violators
Site Additions/Upgrades - N/A
Virginia Correctional Enterprises - Metal Industry

Directions From Richmond:

Take U.S. Route 60 West to Sprouse's Corner. Turn right on U.S. Route 15 heading Northeast toward the town of Dillwyn. Before reaching the town, turn left (Northwest) on State Route 20, follow State Route 20 until you see a sign for "Buckingham Correctional Center." Dillwyn Correctional Center is next to Buckingham Correctional Center.