The Eloy Detention Center is a private immigration detention facility located in Eloy, Arizona. It is operated by CoreCivic and is used to hold individuals who are awaiting immigration proceedings or deportation. The center has a capacity of approximately 1,500 detainees and is designed to provide basic living conditions while individuals navigate their legal status. Opened in 1994, the Eloy Detention Center has faced criticism over the years regarding its treatment of detainees and conditions within the facility. Advocates for immigrant rights have raised concerns about access to medical care, legal resources, and overall living conditions for those held there.