Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic — Key Information
Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic is a MEDIUM - general facility located in Nye County, Nevada. The facility has a capacity of approximately 1072 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 Nye County, Nevada 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).
Medium-low custody
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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 = 1072).
Photos of Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic
About Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic
Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic is a medium-security correctional facility in Nevada. Medium-security prisons balance inmate supervision with structured rehabilitation programming. The facility has a capacity of approximately 1072 beds. Inmates are typically housed in either dorms or two-person cells and have access to educational and vocational programs.
Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic offers a broad range of services to support inmate rehabilitation, including GED preparation, substance abuse counseling, mental health services, vocational training, and life skills courses. A Release Preparation Program helps eligible inmates build practical skills before returning to the community.
Family contact through approved mail, phone calls, and visitation is encouraged and supported. Review the communication and visitation sections below before reaching out to an inmate at this facility.
Facility Type and Security Level
Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic operates at a medium level of security. Inmates have more structured movement than at maximum-security facilities, with access to yard time, programming, and chapel services on a scheduled basis.
How to Contact an Inmate at Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic
Send Mail
Send letters to:
Inmate ID, Inmate NameNevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic
2190 East Mesquite Ave, Pahrump, NV 89060 All mail is inspected. Do not include cash, gift cards, or prohibited items. Include a return address.
Phone Calls
Calls are managed through AmTel Communications. Set up a prepaid account before calls can be received. All calls are recorded. Read our inmate phone guide.
How to Send Money
Deposit into the inmate's commissary account using these state-approved methods:
Nevada inmates use a commissary trust account to purchase approved items from the prison store. The Nevada Department of Corrections accepts deposits through JPay and money orders by mail.
Method 1 — JPay (Online & Mobile, Recommended)
- Visit JPay.com or the app: Android iOS
- Search by the inmate's Nevada DOC number or name. Pay by debit or credit card. Funds post within 24–48 hours.
Method 2 — JPay Phone
- Call JPay at 1-800-574-5729 (24/7) to deposit by phone.
Method 3 — Money Order by Mail (USPS Only)
- Make the money order payable to the inmate's full name with the Nevada DOC number on the memo line. Send via USPS to the facility's business office.
- Processing time: 5–10 business days. No fee for mailed money orders.
Information Required
- Inmate's full committed name
- Nevada DOC inmate number
- Facility name
Read our full inmate money guide for Nevada-specific instructions.
See our full inmate money guide.
Visitation Guide for Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic
All visitors must be pre-approved before arriving. Contact the facility at 775-751-4500 to confirm current visiting hours.
Getting Approved
Download the Nevada visitor application and submit it to the facility. Read our complete visitation guide before your first visit.
Visitation Rules
- Valid government-issued photo ID required for all adult visitors.
- Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an approved adult.
- All visitors and belongings are subject to search before entry.
- Dress code applies — no revealing clothing, no gang colors, no inmate-style uniforms.
- No food, beverages, cell phones, or cameras in the visiting area.
- Facility staff may deny or terminate any visit at any time.
Visitation Timings
| DAY | VISITING HOURS |
|---|---|
| Monday | 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | NO VISITS |
| Friday | 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | NO VISITS |
| Sunday | 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Hours are approximate. Confirm with the facility before traveling.
Driving Directions to Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic
Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic is located at 2190 East Mesquite Ave, Pahrump, NV 89060 in Nevada. Use the map below for driving directions. Always call ahead at 775-751-4500 to confirm visiting hours before making the trip.
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Quick Links for Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic
Use the links below to find additional resources related to Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic and inmates held in Nye County, Nevada.
- All Nevada Prison Facilities — Browse every correctional institution in Nevada.
- US Inmate Locator — Search 2.65 million+ federal inmate records across the country.
- Guide to Calling an Inmate — Step-by-step instructions for setting up inmate phone calls.
- Complete Visitation Guide — Everything you need to know before your first prison visit.
- How to Send Money to an Inmate — Approved methods for depositing money into an inmate's trust fund.
- Recent Arrests in Nevada — View recent arrest records and mugshots in this state.
Always verify visiting hours and policies directly with Nevada Southern Detention Center (ICE) - CoreCivic at 775-751-4500 before making travel decisions.