State juvenile - minimum

Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center

Visiting hours, phone number, address, inmate locator, driving directions, and contact information for Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center in Buncombe, North Carolina.

Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center — Key Information

Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center is a State juvenile - minimum facility located in Buncombe County, North Carolina. The facility has a capacity of approximately 48 beds. Use the contact details below to reach the facility, and the inmate locator link to search for a specific individual held here.

Address 741 Old US 70 Hwy, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Facility Type Juvenile
County Buncombe
Email N/A
Phone 828-258-5888
Phone Carrier GTL(VAC)
Fax 828-686-8189, 828-686-8524
Security Level State juvenile - minimum
No. of Beds 48
Website
Mailing Address 741 Old US 70 Hwy, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Looking for an inmate held at Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center? View Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center Inmate Locator

Facility Snapshot & Nearby Comparison

Quick visuals from the fields on this page—contact data on file and reported bed counts vs other prisons in Buncombe County, North Carolina 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).

Restriction index 32 out of 100

Low custody

Category: State juvenile - minimum Facility type: Juvenile

Values are mapped from our directory taxonomy. Always confirm custody level with the agency.

Contact channels on file

Phone Email Fax Not listed

Capacity & network

48
Beds listed
6
Nearby in list
262
Avg beds*

*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 = 524).

Swannanoa Valley Youth Devel…
48
Buncombe County NC Jail
524
Buncombe County NC Jail Ann…
80
NCDPS - Buncombe Correctiona…
182
NCDPS - Craggy Correctional …
408
NCDPS - Swannanoa Correction…
366
Buncombe Regional Juvenile D…
14
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Brief about Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center

Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center is a correctional facility for children under the age of 15 in North Carolina. It has 48 beds. In Swannanoa, this facility serves as a facility for juvenile prisoners who have committed non-violent crimes.

The child admitted to the detention should be presented before the court no later than 72 hours.

Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center provides exceptional services to ensure the safety and well-being of the facility's residents. This facility commits to providing a safe environment for all juvenile residents and working on their overall development. The facility offers programs to make these children better humans and decrease societal recidivism.

The Swannanoa Law Enforcement Department upholds safety and justice in the local community. Swannanoa City sheriff's unwavering commitment to its responsibilities ensures a secure environment for living, working, and raising a family.

The Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center is conveniently accessible to all citizens. The facility's address is 741 Old US 70 Hwy, Swannanoa, NC 28778. See the map below for driving directions.

Facility Type and Security Level

The Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center is a Juvenile facility with minimum security. (Foster) parents/guardians may visit twice a week.

Education, Medication & Counseling

The Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center has all the basic civic amenities necessary to positively influence the children before release. Depending on the length of their sentence, inmates receive proper education. They also receive medical attention when needed, including monthly essential health checkups for those with previous medical records. Additionally, each inmate receives weekly counseling to support recovery from various situations.

Contact Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center Administration

Contact Number

You can reach out to the facility's administration department via the following number: 828-258-5888

Fax Documents

To Fax the required documents to the facility, you can fax 828-686-8189, 828-686-8524.

How To Contact An Inmate At Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center

Mail Inmates

You can mail inmates at the Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center addressed to:

Inmate ID, Inmate Name, Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center, 741 Old US 70 Hwy, Swannanoa, NC 28778.
Please note that all incoming mail is subject to inspection for security reasons. Do not include any items considered contraband or contain explicit material in the mail. Additionally, make sure to include a return address.

Connect Inmates Via Phone

The Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center allows phone calls or video communication with offenders. Phone calls get managed through GTL(VAC), which requires setting up a specific account. Read our first-time phone setup guide for a hassle-free experience. It's important to note that all calls are recorded and subject to monitoring. Inmates are unable to receive calls but can make collect calls.

How to Send Money To An Inmate's Trust Fund In Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center

Sending money to an inmate's trust fund has become much easier in the last ten years. To send money to an inmate incarcerated in Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center, you can use any of the following methods:

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction uses JPay to process inmate trust fund deposits. Money deposited here lets your loved one purchase commissary items, phone time, and other approved products from within the facility.

Method 1 — JPay (Online & Mobile, Recommended)

  • Visit JPay.com or download the app: Android iOS
  • Enter your inmate's NC DOC offender ID number or name to locate them and proceed with the deposit.
  • Funds typically post within 24–48 hours on business days.

Method 2 — JPay Phone Deposit

  • Call JPay's 24/7 helpline at 1-800-574-5729 to make a phone deposit by debit or credit card.
  • Have the inmate's NC DOC number and facility name available before you call.

Method 3 — MoneyGram

  • Visit any MoneyGram location (Walmart, CVS, Kroger) or use moneygram.com.
  • Provide the inmate's name, NC DOC number, and facility name to the agent.
  • North Carolina DOC MoneyGram Receive Code: 1224
  • Service fees apply at MoneyGram locations.

Method 4 — Money Order by Mail (USPS Only)

  • Make the money order payable to the inmate's full committed name and include the NC DOC number on the memo line.
  • Download the North Carolina deposit form and include it in the envelope.
  • Mail via USPS to:
    JPay
    PO Box 173070
    Hialeah, FL 33017
  • Processing time: 5–10 business days after receipt.

Information Required

  • Inmate's full committed name
  • NC DOC offender ID number
  • Facility name

Read our full inmate money guide for step-by-step help.

You can read our ultimate guide to sending money to an inmate or visit the Facility Website to understand the process better.

Visitation Guide For Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center

Follow the facility's visitation hours for a smooth entry. The timings are below. For updated timings, visit the Brazos County Juvenile Justice website or contact the facility at 828-258-5888

Be Approved For Visitation

To visit an inmate, you must be on the approved visitor list. To be added to the list, you need to apply by following the instructions in our application guide. You can download the application form from the article. Once you've filled it out, you can mail or fax it to the facility for processing.

Prepare For Visitation

Visitation Rules

Visitors should adhere to the prescribed dress code and conduct rules; all visits are contactless. To learn more about the visitation rules, read our complete guide to visitation. Valid identification is mandatory for all individuals visiting the correctional facility.

Below is a list of visitation rules you must keep in mind.

  • Bring required ID
  • Dress appropriately
  • If you are visiting with a child, bring the necessary documentation.
  • No video or audio recordings are permitted.
  • You can bring food or beverages
  • You should avoid bringing non-allowed contraband items in prisons.
  • Keep your distance from other visitors and inmates.
  • Respect the guards.

Visitation Timings

DAYSHOURS
Saturday10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Note: Visitation will not be available on government holidays except festivals.

Driving Directions to Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center

Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center is located at 741 Old US 70 Hwy, Swannanoa, NC 28778 in North Carolina. Use the map below for driving directions. Always call ahead at 828-258-5888 to confirm visiting hours before making the trip.