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West Detention Center Facility Overview

This document provides general information about the West Detention Center in Belle Glade, Florida, including its history, capacity, and operational structure. It serves as a resource for the public to understand facility services, visitation, and inmate management.

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Why It Matters

The West Detention Center is a primary correctional facility in Palm Beach County that houses up to 998 inmates across all and provides public services such as visitation and records access.

Key Facts

  • The West Detention Center is located at 38811 James Wheeler Way, Belle Glade, FL.
  • The facility has a total bed capacity of 998 inmates.
  • The facility houses inmates of all custody levels: minimum, medium, and maximum.
  • The facility is staffed by 188 corrections professionals.
  • The facility was originally constructed in 1983.
  • A 72 million dollar expansion and renovation project was completed on April 9, 2011.
  • The facility operates primarily under the concept of direct supervision.
  • Available inmate programs include the 'Another Way' drug educational program, religious services, and self-improvement activities.
  • The facility is located 45 miles west of the PBSO Headquarters in West Palm Beach.

Who's Mentioned

locationWest Detention Center“The correctional facility located at 38811 James Wheeler Way, Belle Glade, FL.”organizationPalm Beach County Sheriff's Office“The governing body responsible for the operation of the West Detention Center.”locationMain Detention Center“The secondary facility located at 3228 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL.”