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Northwest Correctional Complex

Tennessee Department of CorrectionMedium security

Northwest Correctional Complex is a state prison in Tiptonville, Tennessee, run by the Tennessee Department of Correction. The state classifies it as medium security. Federal facility data from 2020 put its capacity at about 2,436 beds.

Northwest Correctional Complex Address and Phone

Facility type
State prison
Address
960 State Route 212, Tiptonville, TN 38079Open in Google Maps
Main phone
(731) 253-5100
Operated by
Tennessee Department of Correction
County
Lake County

Visiting, Mail and Phone Calls

Visiting days, visitor approval, dress rules and the mailing format for letters are set by the Tennessee Department of Correction and can change at short notice. Read the official facility page and call ahead before you travel.

Official listing on tn.gov

Jails and Police Near Northwest Correctional Complex

Anyone arrested near Tiptonville is booked into the county jail first; a state facility only receives people after sentencing, commitment or transfer.

Other State Prisons in Tennessee

Open status checked against the official tn.gov facility listing in November 2026. Address and phone come from that listing or, where it shows none, from the federal HIFLD prison dataset. This page lists no inmates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find an inmate at Northwest Correctional Complex?
Use the official offender search of the Tennessee Department of Correction (foil.app.tn.gov). Search by name or state inmate number; the result shows the current facility. People in state prison are not listed on county jail rosters.
What is the phone number for Northwest Correctional Complex?
The listed main number for Northwest Correctional Complex is (731) 253-5100.
Who runs Northwest Correctional Complex?
Northwest Correctional Complex is operated by the Tennessee Department of Correction and is located in Lake County.