CDOC-Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility (AVCF)

State Prison

Last Updated: February 29, 2024
Address
12750 Hwy 96, Lane 13, Ordway, CO 81034
Beds
1089
County
Crowley
Phone
719-267-3520
Fax
719-267-5024
Email
doc_avcf_visiting@state.co.us
Mailing Address
PO Box 1000, Crowley, CO 81034

AVCF is for State Prison offenders sentenced anywhere from one year to life by the State Court in the county where the charges were filed

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Satellite View of CDOC-Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility (AVCF)

You can support your loved ones at AVCF on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 719-267-3520.

Located at 12750 Hwy 96, Lane 13 in Ordway, CO, AVCF carefully assigns inmates based on their custody level, considering factors like criminal history. AVCF offers diverse educational and vocational programs aimed at equipping offenders for successful reintegration into society and reducing recidivism. Through these initiatives, inmates gain skills and confidence, fostering personal growth and resilience.

When someone you care about ends up in a state prison, it can be tough to navigate the ins and outs of the system. From figuring out how to stay in touch to understanding what you can do to make their time easier, it can feel overwhelming. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get the lowdown on CDOC-Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility (AVCF) so you can stay connected and support your loved one during their time inside.

Communication is important, the prison offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

While incarcerated, reading is often the best use of time. Please note that books and magazines, puzzles, and word searches ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. Prisons and jails enforce this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

The AVCF is a Level III state prison situated in Crowley County, Colorado, under the jurisdiction of the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC). Established in August 1987, AVCF is located approximately four miles west of Ordway and 40 miles east of Pueblo, conveniently accessible via Highway 96.

AVCF primarily houses a diverse population of 1,089 medium custody inmates. Alongside its general population, the facility features specialized housing units tailored to specific inmate needs. These include a Protective Custody Unit, offering safety and security for vulnerable individuals; a Re-Entry pod, aimed at facilitating successful transition back into society; an Incentive Living Unit, promoting positive behavior and incentivizing participation in programs; and a treatment and maintenance unit dedicated to individuals convicted of sexual offenses, providing specialized care and support.

Inmate Locator

AVCF maintains a database of current inmates and their locations within the system. To locate an inmate, begin by using the DOC locator tool, which requires entering the first three letters of the inmate's first and last name, allowing for variations in spelling.

If unable to locate the desired information through free resources, users may opt to use the Arrest Record Search, which requires payment. While this option incurs a small fee, it provides access to the most up-to-date data available.

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Visitation Information

Friday - PC Offenders: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. *Processing begins at 8:45 a.m.
General Population: 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. *Processing begins at 12:00 pm
Saturday - General Population: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for each Saturday except the FIRST Saturday of each month. There is no GP visiting on the first Saturday of each month.
PC Offenders: The FIRST Saturday of each month from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
*Processing begins at 10:00 a.m.
Sunday - General Population: 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. *Processing begins at 10:00 a.m.
Monday - Re-entry Pod: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00p.m. * Processing begins at 8:45 a.m.

Visiting Applications can be found HERE. Visiting Applications, along with a copy of the individual’s current, valid photo ID, should be mailed to AVCF at 12750 Highway 96 at Lane 13, Ordway, CO 81034.
Visitors may not arrive on AVCF grounds more than 30 minutes prior to the start of visiting. No visitors will be processed or admitted 90 minutes prior to the end of visiting.

  • Appointments are required for all visits. Appointments by phone can be arranged by calling (719) 267-5137 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday, for the upcoming weekend.
  • Appointments by E-mail DOC_AVCF_Visiting@state.co.us will be processed between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Requests must be received before 3 p.m. Thursday for the upcoming weekend. E-mails are for visiting appointments only and will be processed in the order they are received. A confirmation e-mail will be sent once the visit has been approved or denied.

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