WA DOC - Cedar Creek Corrections Center (CCCC)

Custody/Security Info

WA DOC - Cedar Creek Corrections Center (CCCC), nestled in Littlerock, WA, stands as a minimum security state prison under the auspices of the Washington Department of Corrections. Renowned as the epitome of low-security state facilities, this prison is designed to accommodate individuals who pose the lowest risk to public safety. The facility comprises non-secure dormitories that undergo routine patrols by correctional officers. Within these dormitories are group toilet and shower areas, alongside sleeping quarters equipped with double bunks and lockers. Unlike higher-security facilities, WA DOC - Cedar Creek Corrections Center (CCCC) boasts a relatively low staff-to-inmate ratio and may feature limited or no perimeter fencing. Inmates housed in minimum security prisons often experience greater freedom of movement compared to other correctional facilities. They reside in dormitory-style housing or small cottages and are typically engaged in work and program-oriented activities. Some facilities may have a separate minimum security camp, commonly known as Satellite Prison Camps, which provide inmate labor both on-site and off-site. Despite the absence of armed watch towers or roving patrols, the perimeter fence is regularly inspected to maintain security standards. This level of supervision and control over inmate activities within the prison is notably less stringent than at higher custody levels. Qualification for placement in a minimum security prison necessitates meeting specific criteria, including having less than 10 years remaining on the sentence, demonstrating non-violent behavior, and maintaining a clear disciplinary history. Inmates often aspire to "work their way down" in custody levels to become eligible for transfer to such camps, viewing them as the most favorable situation within the incarcerated system.

Facility Type

CCCC is a state prison operated by the Washington Department of Corrections (DOC), serving as a facility to house and rehabilitate criminals sentenced by a judge for a specified period. Funded by state tax money, these institutions provide necessities like food and clothing while employing staff to ensure efficient operations. Inmates are under strict rules and regulations, facing additional punishments for violations, while still retaining certain rights granted by state and federal constitutions. Resembling a self-contained community, the prison has its own governance, law enforcement, judiciary, and amenities such as a commissary, housing, medical facilities, library, and places of worship. Inmates are assigned tasks to contribute to the facility's functioning. Privacy is minimal, with communal facilities and strict regulations governing personal space and possessions. Visitation privileges are granted to inmates in good standing, but contact is limited, and all communications, aside from legal calls, are monitored closely.