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Mule Creek State Prison (MCSP)
4001 Highway 104
Ione, CA 95640
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 409099
Ione, CA 95640
(209) 274-4911
Mule Creek State Prison - Vision, Values and Mission Statement
Vision
As Mule Creek State Prison progresses into the future, we envision by the year 2010 a dynamic work environment promoting integrity, responsibility, dignity and respect from staff and inmates. We aspire to set the highest standard of professionalism by employing the best-trained and educated staff by which all correctional operations are measured. Our collaborative efforts will foster the highest quality services in a fiscally responsible manner. Partnering with the community will increase programming and enhance rehabilitation, resulting in reduced recidivism and victimization. Society will be safer as a result of our positive impact on lives and vigilance in maintaining our vision and values.
Values
At the foundation of our operations are the values of integrity, accountability, justice, collaboration, employee well-being and citizenship. Our success in accomplishing our mission is based upon all staff embracing and modeling these high standards. With creativity and positive energy we must, on a daily basis, do the right thing for the right reason.
Mission Statement
Mule Creek State Prison staff embodies a community of professionals who provide a safe, secure and disciplined environment for criminal offenders within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, in accordance with State and Federal law. We are dedicated to communicating effectively and working together to:
- Ensure public safety
- Hold inmates accountable for their behavior
- Effect positive change and provide programming opportunities that will prepare inmates to successfully re-enter society
- Provide inmates with quality health care and services
- Practice efficient and cost-effective use of resources
We are committed to courageous leadership that creates a transparent workplace, thereby promoting a positive public perception.
Institution Statistics
Mule Creek State Prison was opened June 1987, and covers 866 acres. As of Fiscal Year 2005/2006, the following statistics apply:
Inmate Programs
- PIA: Coffee roasting, laundry, meat processing, textiles, support, digital mapping
- Vocational: Air conditioning and refrigeration, auto mechanics, computer technology, electrical maintenance, electronics, graphic arts, landscaping and gardening, mill and cabinet, small engine repair, welding
- Academic: Adult Basic Education, High School/GED, Pre-Release, English as a Second Language, Literacy Program
- Other: Religious, Arts in Corrections, Victim Awareness, Self Help and Support Programs
Visiting Hours and Directions
Saturday and Sunday Visiting Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
*The visitor must verify with the inmate if he is eligible
to participate in the Third Day of Visiting.
For updated information concerning MCSP visitor hours or closures, please contact the Visitor Processing Unit at (209) 274-4911, ext. 5410.
General Directions:
For additional information, visit this link to customize your driving directions.From Sacramento:
- Take Hwy 16 (Jackson Road) to Ione-Michigan Bar Road
- Proceed south to Hwy 104
- Take Hwy 104 east to Ione
From Stockton:
- Take Hwy 88 east to Hwy 124
- Drive north on Hwy 124 to Ione
From San Francisco:
- Take Hwy 80 to Hwy 50 (Placerville/Lake Tahoe)
- Take Hwy 50 to Hwy 16 (Jackson Road)
- Take Hwy 16 (Jackson Road) to Ione-Michigan Bar Road
- Proceed south to Hwy 104
- Take Hwy 104 east to Ione