Western Region

Marion Correctional Center

Located in the town of Marion in Smyth County.

Larry Jarvis, Warden (Interim)

110 Wright Street
Marion, VA 24354-3145
(276) 783-7154

Special Purpose Institution - Marion Correctional Treatment Center is a mental health hospital. Houses inmates classified to multiple levels of security.

Specifications:

Opened - Originally opened in 1958 as a state mental hospital; it was acquired by DOC in 1980 and opened as a correctional treatment center.
Average Daily Population (June 2008) - 191
Special Populations - Accredited Mental Health Facility
Site Additions/Upgrades - 1990 - 48 bed units added
Virginia Correctional Enterprises - N/A

Directions From Richmond:

Take I-64 West to I-81, then South and West to Marion. Take Marion Exit 45 off I-81. Turn right and the entrance to the Center is approximately 50 yards on the right.