Yukon Kuskokwim houses both male and female inmates. The facility can hold approximately 200 inmates. Most of the inmates who are housed at this facility are short term pretrial detainees. The facility acts as an intake and classification center for the Alaska department of correction.
Inmates at this facility are allotted one hour of outdoor recreation per day when the weather permits it. There is mental health and substance abuse program that aids in the offenders treatment. Anger and stress management courses are given to help inmates have a better sense of self control. Pre-release and re-entry programs help offenders get ready to adjust to life outside of prison.