One out of four jails in Tennessee over capacity amid staffing shortages

In August 2026, about 24% of jails in Tennessee were over capacity, with the Macon County facility at nearly 2x capacity.

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Data according to the most recent TDOC Jail Report, as of Oct. 12, 2026.

Chart: Chasity Maynard/WSMV4Source: Tennessee Department of Correction