FCI McDowell, WV Inmate Listing and Information
FCI McDowell is a correctional facility located in Welch, West Virginia, Mcdowell. The Federal prison is a medium-security facility flaunting the main unit that houses about 1300 inmates and a satellite facility that hosts an additional 384 other inmates. The FCI McDowell is secured by a sturdy double fence, motion detectors, a razor wire, and an impossible to beat microwave detection systems. There is also a 24-hour dual roving patrol manning the perimeter.
The FCI McDowell gives offenders a priceless opportunity to earn their GED, learn adult education, and learn some new vocational courses. Some of the vocational courses offered include:
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Computer applications
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Electric masonry
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Appliance repair
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HVAC
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Carpentry
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Blueprinting
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Drug abuse programs
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FCI McDowell Prison Information
| Jail Name | FCI McDowell |
| Jail Type | Federal Prison |
| Location | 101 FEDERAL DRIVE WELCH, WV, 24801 |
| Contact Numbers | 304-436-7300 |
| City | Welch |
| Postal Code | 24801 |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Mcdowell |
| Jail Webpage | website |
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Inmate Search
Tracing an inmate in FCI McDowell is no longer a hustle; you do not have to call the facility to know whether a relative or a friend is held at this facility. There are several authorized websites on which you can search for an inmate. However, the most recommended site is the FBOP website. Here you enter an individual's name, and in a moment, you will have their full details. You get their personal information, day of arrest, date of release, charges, and their booking numbers, among other information.
Sending a Mail
FCI McDowell allows inmates to send and receive letters from their loved ones or even their lawyers. Mails are categorized as general correspondence and special mails. While general correspondence ones are opened for inspection, those marked special are only opened in the inmate's presence. Inmates are also allowed to receive certified commercial publications from the community. The mailing addresses to the main and the camp facilities are:
INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER
FCI McDowell
FEDERAL CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION
101 FEDERAL DRIVE WELCH, WV, 24801
INMATE NAME & REGISTER NUMBER
FCI McDowell
FEDERAL CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION
SATELLITE CAMP
101 FEDERAL DRIVE WELCH, WV, 24801
Sending Money
Inmates at the FCI McDowell are also allowed to receive money into their inmate’s accounts from well-wishers or family members. The funds can be sent through MoneyGram or Western Union for a small fee. It could also be sent by money order to the federal money account address on its FBOP website.
Phone Calls
FCI McDowell allows their inmates to make prepaid phone calls to their loved ones between 7 am and 10 pm daily. The costs are cut directly from the inmate’s commissary account or, in some instances, from the person receiving the call. Calls are monitored by the relevant authorities.
Visiting Rules
At the FCI McDowell, inmates are permitted to receive up to five visitors between 8 am and 3 pm on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, and federal holidays. Visitors are, however, expected to call to schedule visits. Inmates in conferment are not allowed to receive visitors.
Visitation Hours
FCI Hours;Camp Hours
| Sunday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM;8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM; |
| Tuesday | – |
| Wednesday | – |
| Thursday | – |
| Friday | – |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM;8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Holiday | 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM;8:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Directions
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