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The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) has successfully completed the safe return of all incarcerated individuals to the Rifle Correctional Center (RCC) after the threat from the Lee Fire subsided. The return operation concluded at approximately 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 29, 2025. All offenders were accounted for, and normal operations at the facility have resumed. No injuries were reported during the relocation or return process.

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) has safely and swiftly completed the evacuation of all 179 incarcerated individuals assigned to Rifle Correctional Center. This measure was taken out of an abundance of caution in response to the Lee Fire in Rio Blanco County. At this time, there are no reports of injuries to staff or incarcerated individuals.

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) has begun evacuating 179 individuals in custody from Rifle Correctional Center (RCC) in response to the rapidly evolving Lee Fire in Rio Blanco County. At this time, there are no reports of injuries to staff or incarcerated individuals.

Visiting is cancelled at Sterling Correctional Facility for Friday June 27th through Sunday June 29th. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience regarding this cancellation.

The Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is hosting a series of Family Town Hall sessions to provide important updates and gather feedback regarding House Bill (HB) 25-1013. This legislation introduces changes to visitation policies at all CDOC facilities. We encourage families, loved ones, and stakeholders to participate in these sessions to learn more and share your questions and concerns.

Crowley County Correctional Facility is currently on lockdown for a facility security sweep. We anticipate a return to normal operations on 6/13. We appreciate your patience regarding this matter.

We are happy to inform that visitation at CTCF has been reinstated effective May 2nd; visits may be scheduled through CTCF's Visiting Office.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, visitation at the Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility (CTCF) has been canceled until further notice. We understand how important visitation is for families and loved ones, and we will provide updates as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

In recognition of Earth Day, the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) is proud to highlight significant progress in its sustainability efforts through a strategic investment throughout the department. Through targeted investments and a commitment to long-term energy stewardship, CDOC has achieved a 19% reduction in electricity usage and a 20% decrease in water consumption across its state correctional facilities since fiscal year (FY) 2014-15.

Canon City area residents: Please be advised that tomorrow, April 23, 2025, the Colorado Department of Corrections will be conducting a full-scale training exercise near the prison complex. You may notice an increased law enforcement presence in the area — this is part of the planned exercise and not a cause for alarm.