School Address: Hwy 127Route 3 Portage WI 53901
School District: Wisconsin Department Of Corrections
County: Columbia County
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Columbia Correctional Institution is a maximum-security prison located in Portage, Wisconsin. It is operated by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and houses male inmates. The facility opened in 1986 and is designed to hold individuals convicted of serious offenses who may require higher levels of security. The institution focuses on maintaining safety and security while offering various programs aimed at rehabilitation and reducing recidivism. These programs may include educational opportunities, vocational training, and mental health services. The facility is part of Wisconsin’s broader correctional system and works to balance the goals of punishment, public safety, and rehabilitation.