106 West Commerce Street
Dallas, TX 75207
214-744-4422
Fax: 214-744-3113

Facility Public Information Officer: Sharrylon Vestal (sharrylon.vestal@correctionscorp.com)

Facility Type: Male & Female, Medium-security, Managed since 2004

Warden: Chuck Keeton

Charles Keeton has served as warden at CCA's Dawson State Jail since December 2003. Keeton served as warden of the Dawson State Jail with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice since 2000. He has also served as warden II, senior warden I and senior warden II with the TDCJ. Prior to working with the TDCJ, Keeton served six years with the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation. He holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas at Tyler.

Total beds: 2216

Customer base: Texas Department of Criminal Justice

ACA Accreditation: Yes

Dawson State Jail is located in the city of Dallas in the heart of northeast Texas. The greater Dallas area covers approximately 380 square miles and has an approximate population of 1,190,000 residents. The city also boasts over 400 parks and numerous museums, galleries, public art, and performance venues.

Community Activities: North Texas Food Bank and the City of Rockwall, Pick Up and Remove Litter (P.U.R.L.) Project with city of Dallas

Programs Offered: Volunteer Chaplaincy Programs, Basic Principles of Life Program and other Faith-based Programs; Substance Abuse Programs: Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Celebrate Recovery; Life Skills; Educational Programs (including General Education Development - GED)

Visitation Schedule: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday or Sunday only

Tour Contact: Jeanette Carter [214-744-4422, ext. 102]