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Bledsoe County Correctional Complex Expansion Fact Sheet

The Bledsoe County Correctional Complex is an expansion of the Southeastern Tennessee State Regional Correctional Facility.


Photo at Southeastern Tennessee State Regional Correctional Facility

  • The total capacity once expansion is complete will be 2,400 beds. There will be 981 existing beds and 1,444 new beds.

  • The estimated cost/construction is $144 million.


  • There will be 250 jobs created. The additional jobs created by the expansion will help to put residents of Bledsoe County to work.


  • The estimated activation date is January, 2013.


  • By utilizing existing administrative staff, operational costs at the facility will be significantly lower than if the department had built a standalone facility.


  • Upgrades will be made to regional water and electrical systems which will benefit not only the prison but also the local community.


  • Experienced staff will ensure a stable transition and dependable workforce.