The Jefferson County
Jail system needed to increase their holding capabilities. It was
important to maximize the number of beds included in the new design.
Jefferson County wanted to reduce the amount of manpower needed to
operate the jail, and become more efficient in screening during the
intake process when people arrive at the jail. The challenge was to
keep the current jail operable during the construction of the new
facilities.
Design
Solutions:
Louis
& Henry proposed a design solution to minimized projected cost
by utilizing an old office building that was on an adjacent site by
enveloping it on all sides. This plan also allowed the old jail to
stay in full operation during construction of the new facility, which
eased several security concerns. The exterior is a direct response
to the brick and limestone on the old Jefferson County Jail and the
tan concrete of the Hall of Justice. To minimize the amount of transportation
needed, an arraignment court was designed into the new facility, in
addition to adding a secure pedestrian bridge from the Hall of Justice
to the new jail. Healthcare and observation facilities were greatly
improved from those used in the old jail. The kitchen facilities were
also improved by eliminating the large eating areas common in the
old jail. Spaces were designed near the dorms as multi-purpose/recreational
spaces, which lowered the movement of inmates within the jail.
Technical
Details:
160,000
sq. feet
Added
1021 beds to Jefferson County Metropolitan Corrections
Cost
Data:
$21.5
million
awards:
Kentuckiana
Masonry Institute Brick Award of Honor
