Click HERE for Post-Hurricane Helene Info and Resources

General Information

The Catawba County Detention Facility is located on the Catawba County Government Campus in Newton. The original facility was built in 1980 with a capacity of 83 inmates. A major expansion was completed in 2007 which added 176 beds, a booking area, medical area, and an industrial kitchen. The most recent expansion in 2021 increased the capacity to 579 inmates. The facility is staffed by approximately 100 dedicated employees who are tasked with the safety and security of the inmates housed at the Detention Facility.

Frequently Asked Questions