Blair County PA Juvenile Detention — Key Information
Blair County PA Juvenile Detention is a County juvenile - low facility located in Blair County, Pennsylvania. The facility has a capacity of approximately 8 beds. Use the contact details below to reach the facility, and the inmate locator link to search for a specific individual held here.
Facility Snapshot & Nearby Comparison
Quick visuals from the fields on this page—contact data on file and reported bed counts vs other prisons in Blair County, Pennsylvania in our directory.
Security Rating Of The Facility
This scale summarizes the restriction intensity implied by the facility’s Security level & category of the facility (county, state, federal, police, juvenile, community, and similar labels).
Low custody
Values are mapped from our directory taxonomy. Always confirm custody level with the agency.
Contact channels on file
Capacity & network
*Average uses related facilities that report a positive bed count.
Reported bed capacity — this facility vs nearby
Bar length = beds ÷ max in this group (max = 245).
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About Blair County PA Juvenile Detention
Blair County PA Juvenile Detention is a county juvenile detention facility in Blair County, Pennsylvania. County juvenile facilities provide short-term secure detention for youth who have been arrested or are awaiting court hearings. The facility has a capacity of approximately 8 beds.
Youth at Blair County PA Juvenile Detention receive educational instruction, mental health screening, and basic medical care during their stay. The facility works in close coordination with the juvenile court, probation department, and family service agencies. The focus is on stabilizing the youth and providing support during a critical period of the court process.
Family contact is a priority at county juvenile facilities. Parents and guardians should contact the facility as soon as possible after their child's placement to understand communication and visitation procedures.
Facility Type and Security Level
Blair County PA Juvenile Detention is a low-security county juvenile detention center. Youth held here are generally pre-adjudication (awaiting court hearing) or serving short post-adjudication sentences. Staff use trauma-informed, youth-centered approaches to care and supervision.
Contact Blair County PA Juvenile Detention
Phone
Call the facility at 814-943-6217 to confirm your child's status, visitation schedule, and communication procedures.
Send Mail
Address mail to:
Youth's Full NameBlair County PA Juvenile Detention
100 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA 16602 All mail is inspected before delivery. Do not include prohibited items or cash.
Visitation Guide for Blair County PA Juvenile Detention
Parent and guardian visitation is encouraged at county juvenile facilities. Contact the facility at 814-943-6217 to confirm the current visitation schedule and approval process.
Visitation Rules
- All adult visitors must present a valid, government-issued photo ID.
- All visitors must be approved by the facility before arriving.
- All visitors and belongings are subject to search before entry.
- No cell phones or recording devices in the visiting area.
- Follow facility-specific dress code guidelines.
Visitation Timings
| DAY | VISITING HOURS |
|---|---|
| Monday | NO VISITS |
| Tuesday | NO VISITS |
| Wednesday | 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | NO VISITS |
| Friday | NO VISITS |
| Saturday | 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Hours are approximate. Confirm with the facility before visiting.
Driving Directions to Blair County PA Juvenile Detention
Blair County PA Juvenile Detention is located at 100 Grant Ave, Altoona, PA 16602 in Pennsylvania. Use the map below for driving directions. Always call ahead at 814-943-6217 to confirm visiting hours before making the trip.
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Quick Links for Blair County PA Juvenile Detention
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Always verify visiting hours and policies directly with Blair County PA Juvenile Detention at 814-943-6217 before making travel decisions.