Potosi Correctional Center
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- Facility Type
- State Facility
- Security Level
- Maximum
- Inmate Capacity
- 900 approx.
- Established
- 1989
- Operated By
- Missouri Department of Corrections (MODOC)
Potosi Correctional Center Inmate Communication Overview
Potosi Correctional Center is a maximum-security state prison operated by the Missouri Department of Corrections, located in Washington County in the Ozark highlands of southeastern Missouri, near the small town of Mineral Point, about 70 miles southwest of St. Louis. The facility opened in 1989 and serves as Missouri's death row and primary maximum-security institution. Its rural Ozark setting means it is in a remote area with limited nearby services, though it is within reasonable driving distance of the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Communication at Potosi operates through Missouri DOC provider contracts. JPay manages electronic messaging, photo sharing, and money transfers. Families create a JPay account and add the inmate using their Missouri DOC number to begin sending messages. Securus Technologies handles phone calls and video visitation under the Missouri DOC contract. Setting up a Securus prepaid account linked to your phone number allows you to receive inmate-initiated calls. Video visits through Securus are a practical option for families who cannot easily make the drive to Washington County.
Missouri's death row is housed at Potosi, which means a portion of the population faces more restrictive communication rules than the general maximum-security population. Families whose loved one is on Missouri's death row should confirm current communication access directly with the facility. For general-population maximum-security inmates, standard Missouri DOC communication through JPay and Securus applies. The two platforms serve the Missouri system statewide, so accounts created for Potosi will work at other Missouri DOC facilities if an inmate is transferred within the state.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
11593 State Highway O, Mineral Point, MO 63660
Main Phone
(573) 438-6000
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at Potosi Correctional Center.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: JPay
Available for general population. Death row access may differ.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: Securus
Available for eligible inmates. Death row video access varies.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: JPay
Digital photos via JPay. Subject to MODOC content guidelines.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: Securus
Inmate-initiated calls. Fund Securus prepaid account to receive calls.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: JPay
Trust account deposits via JPay.
Communication Providers at Potosi Correctional Center
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
JPay
Messaging, photo sharing, and trust account deposits. Uses Missouri DOC number.
Learn More About JPaySecurus
Phone calls and video visitation under the Missouri DOC contract.
Learn More About SecurusCommunication Rules at Potosi Correctional Center
- Death row inmates may have more restricted communication access. Confirm directly with the facility.
- JPay and Securus are separate platforms. Messaging and phone funds do not transfer.
- Messages are reviewed by Missouri DOC staff before delivery.
- Missouri DOC system-wide accounts carry over if the inmate is transferred.
- Senders must be on the inmate's approved contact list.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Potosi Correctional Center
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I message someone at Potosi Correctional Center?
- Create a JPay account at jpay.com and add the inmate using their Missouri DOC number. Purchase stamps and compose your message. Staff review messages before delivery, typically within 24 to 48 hours.
- How do I set up phone calls from Potosi?
- Phone calls from Potosi use Securus. Create a Securus account at securustech.net or through the Securus app. Set up a prepaid account linked to your phone number and add funds. The inmate calls you from facility phones.
- How far is Potosi from St. Louis?
- Potosi is in Washington County in the Ozarks, roughly 70 miles southwest of St. Louis — about an hour and 15 minutes by car. For St. Louis-area families, in-person visits are feasible on a day trip. For families further afield, electronic communication and video visits are the more practical options.
- Is video visitation available at Potosi?
- Yes, through Securus. Log into your Securus account, search for Potosi Correctional Center, and select an available time slot. Schedule in advance. Death row inmates may have restricted video access — confirm eligibility before booking.
- How do I send money to a Potosi inmate?
- Trust account deposits go through JPay. Log in, go to Send Money, and select Potosi Correctional Center. Add funds via debit or credit card. Processing takes one to two business days.
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