Lincoln Correctional Center
Lincoln Correctional Center
Location: Lincoln, IL
Security Level: Minimum Security
History: Opened in September 1984, Lincoln Correctional Center is a minimum security adult male facility. It is located about three hours southwest of Chicago and 40 minutes northeast of Springfield. Since 2022, it has been focused on “rapid reentry” for those in IDOC with less than 18 months to serve.
Mailing/Contact Information:
Individual In Custody mailing address: Individual in Custody Name & IDOC#, P.O. Box 549, Lincoln, IL 62656
Telephone number: (217) 735-5411
Population and program participation information sourced from January 1, 2026 IDOC Quarterly Report
Lincoln Population: 763
Rated Capacity: 900
Percent of Capacity: 84.8%
Educational & Vocational Participants: 194 (25.4%)
Total from courses offered: ABE, Advanced ABE, ASE, Construction and Occupations
State Representatives: Current as of January 2026
William Hauter (R) – IL House District 87
Springfield Office: 207-N Stratton Building, Springfield, IL 62706, (217) 782-0221
District Office: 133 S. Main St., Morton, IL 61550, (309) 819-8701
Additional District Office: 120 S. McLean St., Ste. E, Lincoln, IL 62656
Sally Turner (R) – IL Senate District 44
Springfield Office: B-Section Stratton Building, Office A, Springfield, IL 62706, (217) 782-6216
District Office: 120 S. McLean St., Suite E, Lincoln, IL 62656, (217) 651-8291
