School Address: 2727 Hwy K Bonne Terre MO 63628
School District: Department Of Corrections
County: St. Francois County
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The Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center (ERDCC) is a state prison facility located at 2727 Highway K in Bonne Terre, Missouri. It is operated by the Missouri Department of Corrections and serves multiple functions, primarily focusing on the intake and classification of male offenders. As a reception center, it processes new inmates, conducting assessments and determining the appropriate facility placement for individuals based on security requirements and program needs. ERDCC also functions as a typical correctional facility that houses offenders serving longer sentences. The facility offers various rehabilitation and education programs, including vocational training, substance abuse treatment, and educational classes aimed at reducing recidivism and helping inmates reintegrate into society successfully. Security levels within the institution range from minimum to maximum, accommodating a diverse inmate population. In addition to its correctional responsibilities, the center plays a role in community outreach and partnerships, often working with local organizations to support both inmate rehabilitation efforts and public safety initiatives. The facility is an important component of Missouri’s correctional system, contributing to the management and rehabilitation of the state’s offender population.