Lincoln County Detention Center
The Lincoln County Detention Center in Carrizozo, New Mexico, is a secure detention facility operated by CSG Programs under contract with local authorities. With a capacity of 148 beds, the center is managed to support safe, secure custody and responsible correctional operations.
CSG’s oversight ensures the facility adheres to established operational and compliance standards, including comprehensive safety protocols and PREA policy implementation. The Lincoln County Detention Center reflects CSG’s commitment to professional correctional management and collaborative service delivery with county stakeholders.
Facility Information
- 511 Hangar Ln, Carrizozo, NM 88301
- Facility Capacity: 148 Beds
Reporting and Policies
- Contracting Agency: La Pinon Agency Julia Corrales 850 N. Motel Blvd., Ste. B Las Cruces, NM 88007 Phone: (575) 526-3437
- CSG PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act)
- CSG PREA Policy
Employment Opportunities
CSG provides career opportunities with competitive benefit packages and fulfilling workplace culture.

Ross Castleton | Facility Warden
oss Castleton worked with the Idaho Department of Correction for 25 years and retired in December 2021. He held positions of: Correctional Officer, Drug and Alcohol rehabilitation specialist, Lieutenant, Programs Manager, Warden, and Deputy Chief of Prisons. During his time with IDOC he held extra duties of: Prisons Security Audit team, Critical Incident Stress Management team member, Motivational Interviewing Trainer, First Aid CPR trainer, and Programs Auditor. As Deputy Chief he was over 5 facilities, the execution team Chief Of Operations, had oversight of all Education, Treatment, Programs, and Mental Health services for the IDOC. He was also over PREA and the point person for litigation with the AGs. He came out of retirement to accept the warden position at the Lincoln County Detention Center in February of 2023.
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