Turney Center Industrial Prison

1499 R.W. Moore Memorial Highway
Only, TN 37140-4050
(931) 729-5161

Population	Opened - 1971
Operating Capacity - 1,247	Security Designation - Close
Accredited - Yes	Warden - James Fortner

Volunteer Services Chaplain/Volunteer Coordinator Contact Information

Tim Coleman (931) 729-5161

Turney Center Industrial Prison (TCIP) is a time-building institution with emphasis on industry. The security designation is close. The majority of beds are medium security.

Academic programs available at the facility include GED and Adult Basic Education. Vocational programs include cosmetology, cabinet making and mill work, industrial maintenance, landscaping, vocational office education, commercial food services, and commercial cleaning.  TRICOR  industry programs include the wood and metal specialities.  Inmates are also involved in support jobs at the facility.

DIRECTIONS:

I-40 West to Exit #148.  Turn left onto Highway 229 South.  Go approximately 1 mile to the stop sign.  Turn right (you're still on Highway 229 South).  Go approximately 3 miles on this road to the institution.  
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