Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring is a low-security federal prison in Big Spring, Texas. It is also known as CI Big Spring. FCI Big Spring Camp is located adjacent to the primary institution. Both institutions house male inmates.
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Table of contents
- FCI Big Spring Contact Information
- Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring Inmate Information
- FCI Big Spring Texas Prison Services Information
- FCI Big Spring Educational, Library, and Recreation Offerings
- Visitation Information for FCI Big Spring Federal Prison
- FCI Big Spring Prison Culture Information
- FCI Big Spring Texas Prison in the News
- More Information About Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring
- Your FCI Big Spring Texas Federal Prison Experts
FCI Big Spring Contact Information
Facility Address & Contact Information
Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring
1900 Simler Avenue
Big Spring, TX 79720
Phone: 432-466-2300
Fax: 432-466-2576
Email: [email protected]
BOP Website: Bureau of Prisons Page
Wikipedia: Wikipedia Page
Inmate Correspondence Address
FCI Big Spring
Inmate Name and Registration Number
FCI Big Spring
Federal Correctional Institution
1900 Simler Avenue
Big Spring, TX 79720
FCI Big Spring Prison Camp
Inmate Name and Registration Number
FCI Big Spring
Satellite Prison Camp
1900 Simler Avenue
Big Spring, TX 79720
How to Send Money
Funds cannot be sent directly to inmates. See our page on sending money to federal prisoners.
Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring Inmate Information
Inmate Gender
Male Inmates
Prison Security Level
Facility Location
FCI Big Spring Texas prison is located midway between Dallas and El Paso, on the southwest edge of Big Spring, at the intersection of I-20 and U.S. Highway 80.
BOP Region
BOP Institution Code
BIG for Big Spring
Medical Care Level
Level 2. See our page on Medical Care Levels and Procedures for more information.
Mental Health Care Level
Level 2.
Judicial District
Population Number
FCI Big Spring federal prison houses approximately 930 inmates. The camp houses around 115 inmates.
FCI Big Spring Texas Prison Services Information
Background
Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring is a low-security federal prison in Big Spring, Texas. It is also known as Big Spring FCI. The prison houses male inmates. It opened in 1972.
Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring Camp, which also houses male inmates, opened in 1992. It is located adjacent to the central institution.
FCI Big Spring initially opened as a Federal Prison Camp. Its buildings were previously used as the Webb Air Force Base before being converted into a prison. In 1990, it was converted into a low-security federal prison.
The prison is near CI Big Spring Flightline, a private prison owned and operated by the GEO Group. The United States Department of Justice governs this contract.
Media reports indicate that there has been one work stoppage and one racially motivated brawl at FCI Big Spring in the past several years. News reports also state that one guard was indicted for accepting bribes to smuggle contraband while another male guard was indicted for raping a male prisoner.
Inmate Housing
Inmates live in two-person cells. There is a total of twelve housing units. Inmates in the camp are housed in dormitories.
Health Services
Sick call, dental sick call, emergency medical treatment, medications, physical examinations, and immunizations are provided at FCI Big Spring and the satellite camp. Emergency medical care is available 24 hours a day by approaching any staff member. Routine care is available by submitting a sick call form to Health Services.
Psychology Services
All inmates are screened through a brief interview by Psychology Services staff within 14 days of arrival at FCI Big Spring federal prison. A psychologist provides counseling and other mental health services to inmates experiencing behavioral, emotional, and adjustment problems.
Mental health services include:
- Crisis Intervention
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Pre-Release Counseling
- Evaluation
- Testing
A variety of special topic groups are available to inmates, including:
- Relationships
- Living Free Values Development
- Commitment to Change: Overcoming Errors in Thinking Group
- Dealing with Anger
- Stress Management
- Breaking Barriers
- Framework for Recovery
- Victim Impact
Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP)
FCI Big Spring and the camp do not house a Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP). Various substance abuse services, such as a Living Sober group, are offered. A Drug Education Class is also provided. The drug treatment specialist offers individual and group counseling through the Non-Residential Drug Abuse Program (NR-DAP).
FCI Big Spring Educational, Library, and Recreation Offerings
Education Services
FCI Big Spring Texas prison provides literacy, GED, and English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) programs. Inmates who obtain a GED while at the institution will receive $25.00 and a graduation photograph.
Parenting and Adult Continuing Education (ACE) classes are also available. High school diplomas and post-secondary degrees are available through paid correspondence programs.
Learn more about prison education programs for inmates here.
Advanced Occupational Education
Big Spring Texas prison offers numerous advanced occupational education programs, including:
- Building Trades
- Commercial Maintenance
- Computer Skills/Desktop Publishing
- Electrical Trades
- Food Service Management
- Green Insulation Technology
- HVAC
- High-Reliability Soldering
- Masonry Trades
- Plumbing Trades
- Wind Energy Technician
Vocational Training
FCI Big Spring does not offer any vocational training. The camp provides vocational training in Horticulture.
Apprenticeship
Big Spring federal prison does not currently offer any apprenticeship training.
Library Services
In the leisure library, inmates can check out hardcover books, paperback books, magazines, and newspapers.
The law library is at the east end of the Education Building. The law library contains the collection of legal reference materials required by the federal prison system. Most of these legal materials are on the TRULINCS Electronic Law Library Computers. Typewriters are available through a checkout procedure.
A Debitec copy machine is also available for inmate use. Inmate law library clerks are available to assist in locating legal materials. Legal reference material is available to prepare legal documents in the law library.
UNICOR
The FCI Big Spring UNICOR facility produces electronics and plastics.
Commissary
Inmates can spend $360.00 monthly on their assigned shopping days in the prison commissary. This limit does not include:
- Telephone Credits
- Nicotine Replacement Therapy Patches
- Over-the-Counter Medications
- Copy Cards
- Postage
Inmates can also purchase other commissary items, including:
- Food
- Snacks
- Candy
- Ice Cream
- Drinks
- Clothing
- Shoes
Recreation Services
Indoors, the FCI Big Spring Texas prison Recreation Department offers inmates many recreational opportunities. These include:
- Gym
- Weight Room
- Track Area
The Recreation Center provides prisoners:
- Pool Tables
- Ping Pong Table
- TV Viewing Areas
- Free Weights
- Cardio Area
- Music Rooms
The Issue Room grants inmates access to:
- Pool Balls
- Guitars
- Board Games
- Gym
- Hobby Craft Area
Outdoor facilities include various sports activities, including:
- Softball/Soccer Field
- Ten Handball/Racquetball Courts
- Quarter-Mile Running Track
- Sand Volleyball Court
- Horseshoe Pits
- Weight Pavilion
- Bocce Ball Courts
- Intramural Sports Leagues
Visitation Information for FCI Big Spring Federal Prison
Visiting hours are from 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays. On federal holidays family and friends may visit an inmate between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. See our page on prisoner visitation rules for more information.
FCI Big Spring Prison Culture Information
Prison Politics at Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring
There is a low level of violence at the FCI Big Spring federal prison.
Level of Violence
Inmates report a low level of violence at the FCI Big Spring, Texas prison.
Vulnerable Populations
LGBT inmates, sex offenders, and informants are safe to remain in the prison.
FCI Big Spring Texas Prison in the News
In June 2018, prisoners at Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring refused to work, resulting in a lockdown lasting more than a week.
In 2014, Matthew Castaneda, a guard at FCI Big Spring, was sentenced to six months in prison for making false statements about his role in accepting bribes to smuggle cell phones and other contraband into the facility.
In August 2013, a fight broke out at FCI Big Spring, resulting in conflicting accounts of the situation: prisoners claimed it was a racially motivated gang fight with hostages, while the Bureau of Prisons said everything was locked down and under control.
In September 1997, Darren Humphries, a guard at FCI Big Spring, was previously indicted for raping a male prisoner.
More Information About Federal Correctional Institution Big Spring
For a comprehensive look at life in federal prison, pick up a copy of Christopher Zoukis’ Federal Prison Handbook: The Definitive Guide to Surviving the Federal Bureau of Prisons. For more detailed information about FCI Big Spring federal prison, please buy a copy of the Directory of Federal Prisons: The Unofficial Guide to Bureau of Prisons Institutions by Christopher Zoukis.
Your FCI Big Spring Texas Federal Prison Experts
Contact the Zoukis Consulting Group if your loved one is incarcerated at the Big Spring, Texas federal prison. We can answer your questions, help resolve any issues, and determine whether your loved one qualifies for early release.
Schedule an initial consultation with a Big Spring Prison expert today!
Published May 18, 2018 by Christopher Zoukis, JD, MBA | Last Updated by Christopher Zoukis, JD, MBA on Jul 20, 2023 at 5:03 pm