FCI La Tuna (low-security)

FCI La Tuna is a low-security federal correctional institution located in Anthony, Texas, operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Situated in the desert landscape of far west Texas near the New Mexico border, the facility houses male inmates and has maintained a population of approximately 525 inmates as of November 2025. The institution is part of a larger federal correctional complex that also includes a satellite prison camp, serving as an important component of the Bureau of Prisons' southwestern regional operations.

MALE

Gender

LOW

Security Level

525

Population (Nov. 2025)

No RDAP

History

FCI La Tuna has served as a federal correctional facility for several decades, contributing to the Bureau of Prisons' mission in the southwestern United States. The facility's location in the remote desert region of west Texas has made it a strategic placement for federal inmates requiring low-security custody. Over the years, the institution has evolved to meet changing correctional standards and has adapted its programming to address the rehabilitative needs of its inmate population.

Programs and Services

FCI La Tuna offers various educational, vocational, and rehabilitation programs designed to prepare inmates for successful reentry into society. The institution has been recognized for implementing specialized programming, including initiatives focused on first-time federal offenders. These programs emphasize skill development, educational advancement, and behavioral modification to reduce recidivism rates among participants.

Educational opportunities at the facility typically include adult continuing education, English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, and vocational training programs that align with labor market demands. Inmates also have access to recreational activities, religious services, and counseling programs as part of the institution's comprehensive approach to incarceration and rehabilitation.

Housing and Facilities

As a low-security institution, FCI La Tuna features dormitory-style housing units rather than individual cells, consistent with the security classification standards established by the Bureau of Prisons. The facility's physical layout includes housing units, administrative buildings, recreational areas, and educational spaces designed to accommodate the daily operations and programming needs of the inmate population. The compound is secured with fencing and electronic monitoring systems appropriate for a low-security designation, providing less restrictive conditions than higher-security facilities while maintaining necessary security protocols.

Location & Visitation

Location

FCI La Tuna is located in Anthony, Texas, a small community situated along the Texas-New Mexico border in El Paso County. The facility's desert setting places it approximately 20 miles northwest of downtown El Paso, making it accessible to the metropolitan area while maintaining the geographic separation typical of federal correctional institutions. The remote location provides operational advantages while still allowing reasonable access for staff, visitors, and official transportation.

Physical location: ANTHONY, TX 79821

Mailing address: LA TUNA FCI/SCP, ANTHONY, TX 79821

Visitation

Visitation at FCI La Tuna follows Bureau of Prisons regulations and facility-specific protocols designed to maintain security while facilitating family contact. Visitors must comply with dress code requirements, identification procedures, and approved visitor list protocols before being granted access to the facility. Visiting hours and scheduling procedures are subject to institutional policy and may vary based on operational needs and security considerations.

There are many specific rules and procedures to be aware of when you're considering visiting the institution. Read more on our Visitation Guide.

For full, current visiting rules and scheduling, always check the institution's official page on the Bureau of Prisons website: Official BOP Page.

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