State Correctional Institution - SCI Cresson (CLOSED) - Pennsylvania
Please note that SCI Cresson is now closed. This information is provided for historical reference only.
Overview of the Facility
The State Correctional Institution at Cresson (SCI Cresson) was a medium-security correctional facility for adult male offenders. It was located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. The prison closed in 2013 as part of a cost-saving measure by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections.
Contact Information
As the facility is closed, there is no current contact information available.
History of the Facility
SCI Cresson was originally opened in 1987 as a state correctional institution. The facility was built on the grounds of a former tuberculosis sanatorium. It operated for 26 years before its closure in 2013. At its peak, the prison housed approximately 1,500 inmates and employed over 500 staff members.
Closure Information
SCI Cresson was closed on June 30, 2013, along with SCI Greensburg, as part of a consolidation plan by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. The closure was attributed to budget constraints and the opening of two new state correctional institutions. Inmates from SCI Cresson were transferred to other facilities within the state prison system.
Impact of Closure
The closure of SCI Cresson had a significant impact on the local community, particularly in terms of job losses. Many employees were offered positions at other correctional facilities in the state, but the closure still resulted in economic challenges for the region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was SCI Cresson closed?
SCI Cresson was closed in 2013 as part of a cost-saving measure by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. The closure was due to budget constraints and the opening of new, more efficient facilities elsewhere in the state.
What happened to the inmates at SCI Cresson after its closure?
After the closure of SCI Cresson, inmates were transferred to other correctional facilities within the Pennsylvania state prison system.
What was the capacity of SCI Cresson before it closed?
Before its closure, SCI Cresson had a capacity of approximately 1,500 inmates.
How many jobs were affected by the closure of SCI Cresson?
The closure of SCI Cresson affected over 500 staff members. Many were offered positions at other correctional facilities in the state, but the closure still had a significant economic impact on the local community.
What was the original purpose of the site where SCI Cresson was built?
SCI Cresson was built on the grounds of a former tuberculosis sanatorium. The site was repurposed for use as a correctional facility when it opened in 1987.
