FCI Yankton
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- Facility Type
- Federal Facility
- Security Level
- Minimum
- Inmate Capacity
- 450 approx.
- Established
- 1988
- Operated By
- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
FCI Yankton Inmate Communication Overview
This minimum-security federal facility sits on the former campus of Yankton College in southeastern South Dakota, and its official Bureau of Prisons designation is FPC Yankton, or Federal Prison Camp Yankton. It houses male inmates in a dormitory-style camp setting rather than a traditional cell block, which is standard for minimum-security federal camps. The facility has operated under BOP management since the late 1980s and is one of the smaller institutions in the federal system.
Communication at FCI Yankton follows standard BOP procedures, though minimum-security camps like this one generally offer inmates broader day-to-day access than higher-security facilities. CorrLinks handles electronic messaging through the TRULINCS system, and the inmate must initiate or approve contact before messages can be exchanged. Phone calls run through ConnectNetwork, and because camp inmates typically have more movement and free time than those at higher-security institutions, families often find phone access here to be somewhat more routine.
FCI Yankton does not offer remote video visitation. In-person visiting is available, but it requires an approved visitor application submitted in advance, along with a background review. Given the facility's smaller size and rural location, families should confirm current visiting hours directly with the facility or through the BOP website before planning a trip.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
1016 Douglas Avenue, Yankton, SD 57078
Main Phone
(605) 665-3262
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at FCI Yankton.
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 Yankton.
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. Minimum-security camp status generally allows more frequent access.
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 Yankton
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. Minimum-security status typically means more routine phone access.
View ConnectNetwork ServicesCommunication Rules at FCI Yankton
- CorrLinks contact requires inmate initiation. Create your account first, then wait for the inmate's invitation.
- The facility's official BOP name is FPC Yankton. Use this when searching the BOP inmate locator.
- 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 Yankton
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I start messaging someone at FCI Yankton?
- 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 Yankton?
- Phone calls use ConnectNetwork. Create an account at connectnetwork.com and add funds tied to your phone number. As a minimum-security camp, inmates here generally have broader access to facility phones than at higher-security institutions.
- Is FCI Yankton the same as FPC Yankton?
- Yes. The facility operates as a minimum-security federal prison camp, and its official BOP designation is FPC Yankton. Both names refer to the same location.
- Can I visit someone at FCI Yankton 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 procedures are available at bop.gov.
- How do I send money to an FCI Yankton 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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