FCI Hazelton
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- Facility Type
- Federal Facility
- Security Level
- Medium / Camp
- Inmate Capacity
- 2,003 approx.
- Established
- 2015
- Operated By
- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
FCI Hazelton Inmate Communication Overview
Federal Correctional Institution Hazelton is a medium-security federal prison in Preston County in north-central West Virginia. It sits within a larger federal correctional complex that also includes a high-security penitentiary and a secure facility for female inmates, so it is worth double-checking which specific unit your loved one is housed in before setting up communication accounts, since several institutions share the same general location. Hazelton has been operating under Bureau of Prisons management since the mid-2010s.
Communication at FCI Hazelton follows standard BOP procedures. CorrLinks provides electronic messaging through the TRULINCS system, and the inmate must initiate or approve any contact before messages can be exchanged. Phone calls run through ConnectNetwork, the BOP's standard calling platform. As a medium-security facility, phone and messaging access at Hazelton tends to be more structured than at a minimum-security camp, with set call windows and monitored usage, which is typical for BOP institutions at this security level.
Because the Hazelton complex includes multiple separate facilities under similar names, families should confirm the exact institution code using the BOP inmate locator before mailing anything or setting up accounts. FCI Hazelton does not offer remote video visitation. In-person visits require an approved visitor application, and because background checks can take time, it is a good idea to start that process as soon as possible.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
1640 Sky View Drive, Bruceton Mills, WV 26525
Main Phone
(304) 379-1500
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at FCI Hazelton.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: CorrLinks
Available. Inmate must send the first invitation.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Remote video visitation is not available at FCI Hazelton.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Physical photos by mail only, subject to BOP content restrictions.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: ConnectNetwork
Inmate-initiated calls with monitored, scheduled access typical of medium security.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: ConnectNetwork
Trust fund deposits via ConnectNetwork or the BOP money order process.
Communication Providers at FCI Hazelton
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
CorrLinks
Federal messaging via TRULINCS/CorrLinks. Inmate must initiate or approve contact.
View CorrLinks ServicesConnectNetwork
BOP phone system and trust fund deposits, with structured call windows typical of medium-security facilities.
View ConnectNetwork ServicesCommunication Rules at FCI Hazelton
- CorrLinks contact requires inmate initiation. Create your account first, then wait for the inmate's invitation.
- Confirm the exact institution code, since the Hazelton complex includes more than one separate facility.
- Remote video visitation is not available. In-person visits require an approved visitor application in advance.
- All BOP communications are monitored under standard Bureau of Prisons policy.
- Phone and commissary accounts are funded separately through ConnectNetwork.
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Frequently Asked Questions — FCI Hazelton
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I start messaging someone at FCI Hazelton?
- Create a free account at corrlinks.com. You cannot message first. The inmate must send you an invitation from the TRULINCS terminal or approve a request you submit through the system. Once approved, both sides can exchange messages for a small per-message fee.
- How do phone calls work at FCI Hazelton?
- Phone calls use ConnectNetwork. Create an account at connectnetwork.com and add funds tied to your phone number. Calls come from the inmate, generally within scheduled windows typical of medium-security facilities.
- How do I know if my family member is at FCI Hazelton or another nearby facility?
- The Hazelton complex includes several separate institutions. Use the BOP inmate locator at bop.gov/inmateloc to confirm the exact facility code before setting up accounts or sending mail.
- Can I visit someone at FCI Hazelton in person?
- Yes. You must submit a visitor application and pass a background review before being added to the approved visitor list. Processing can take several weeks. Current forms and procedures are available at bop.gov.
- How do I send money to an FCI Hazelton inmate?
- Deposits go through ConnectNetwork at connectnetwork.com, or by mail using the BOP lockbox instructions at bop.gov. Western Union Quick Collect and MoneyGram are also accepted, with processing typically taking one to three business days.
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