Originally constructed in 1897, FCI Leavenworth served as the nation’s oldest federal prison. As the facility aged, outdated infrastructure and failing systems made replacement necessary. In response, a new correctional campus is being constructed to provide a safer, more efficient environment that supports modern correctional operations and rehabilitation.
The $532 million Design-Build project, led by Clark Construction in partnership with Elevatus Architecture, includes 23 buildings totaling 630,000 square feet across a 200-acre site. The campus will house approximately 1,500 inmates within a 1,152-bed medium-security institution and a 256-bed minimum-security camp, while supporting nearly 340 staff members.
Designed to promote safety, functionality, and rehabilitation, the campus includes spaces for education, treatment, job training, and family connection programs. The project also honors Leavenworth’s history, drawing inspiration from the original facility’s iconic stone façade and dome in the design of the new administration building and incorporating select historical elements throughout the campus.
The project has earned LEED Silver certification, reflecting its commitment to energy efficiency, water conservation, and long-term resource management through high-performance building systems and sustainable design strategies.
Scheduled for completion in 2026, the new FCI Leavenworth will replace an aging landmark with a modern correctional campus built to serve future generations.
