Central Region

Powhatan Correctional Center (male institution)

Located on 2,595 acres in Powhatan County.

Eddie L. Pearson, Warden

3600 Woods Way
State Farm, VA 23160
(804) 598-4251

Security Level 3 - Assignment Criteria:
Single, multiple, & Life + sentences must have served 20 consecutive years on sentence. No disruptive behavior for at least past 24 months prior to consideration for a transfer to any less-secure facility.

Specifications:

Opened - 1926; main facilities were constructed in 1952
Average Daily Population (Sept. 1999) - 801
Special Populations - Infirmary
Special Programs - Mental Health Sheltered Care Beds
Site Additions/Upgrades - N/A
Virginia Correctional Enterprises - Print Industry, Silkscreen and Tag (License Plate) Industry

Directions From Richmond:

Take State Route 6 West to U.S. Route 522. Turn left on U.S. Route 522 and continue to its intersection with State Route 711. Turn left on State Route 711 and continue until you see signs reading "Powhatan Correctional Center."