Lincoln Correctional Center
Lincoln Correctional Center
Location: Lincoln, IL
Security Level: Minimum Security
History: Opened in September 1984, Lincoln Correctional Center is a minimum security adult male facility. It is located about three hours southwest of Chicago and 40 minutes northeast of Springfield. Since 2022, it has been focused on “rapid reentry” for those in IDOC with less than 18 months to serve.
Mailing/Contact Information:
Individual In Custody mailing address: Individual in Custody Name & IDOC#, P.O. Box 549, Lincoln, IL 62656
Telephone number: (217) 735-5411
Population and program participation information sourced from October 1, 2024 IDOC Quarterly Report
Lincoln Population: 869
Rated Capacity: 900
Percent of Capacity: 97%
Total Lincoln Population: 869
Educational & Vocational Participants: 162 (19%)
Total from courses offered: ABE, Advanced ABE, ASE, Career Technologies, Commercial Custodian, Construction Occupations, and Horticulture.
State Representatives: Current as of October 2024
William E. Hauter (R) – IL House District 87
Springfield Office: Senator 87th District, 207-N Stratton Office Building, Springfield, IL 62706, (217) 782-0221
District Office: 133 S. Main Street, Ste. A, Morton, IL 61550, (309) 819-8701
Sally J. Turner (R) – IL Senate District 44
Springfield Office: Senator 44th District, Stratton Office Building, Section B, Office A, Springfield, IL 62706, (217) 782-6216
District Office: 120 S. McLean St., Suite E, Lincoln, IL 62656, (217) 651-8291