BELL Construction, today broke ground on the new Williamson County Juvenile Justice Center to better serve youth and families across the county. The 114,900-square-foot facility will replace the existing aging juvenile facility and support the needs of one of Tennessee’s fastest-growing communities. Construction is expected to be completed in summer 2028.
“As a local builder, BELL Construction is proud to deliver a facility of this scale and apply our justice-sector experience to build it safely and to serve the community’s evolving needs,”
BELL Construction Director of Justice Rick Bruining
“This ceremony marks a great day for youth in Williamson County. This new building is long overdue and deeply needed. I am especially excited for the dedicated staff who serve families in crisis every single day. This space provides the trauma-informed environment essential to supporting our work and helping families begin to heal.”
Williamson County Judge Shannon Guffee.
“This new Juvenile Justice Center is an important investment in Williamson County’s ability to serve youth with care, accountability and compassion. By creating a supportive environment, we can better facilitate rehabilitation and help young people get back on track while protecting the safety and well-being of our community.”
Zannie Martin, Director of Juvenile Court, Williamson County
The new center will include 32 beds and four courtrooms, with two additional courtrooms shelled for future expansion. Designed to support rehabilitation and family engagement, the facility will feature program and education spaces, therapy rooms, indoor and outdoor visitation areas and a shared dining space. Recreation amenities will include green space, recreation yards, an outdoor basketball court and an indoor gymnasium, along with administrative offices, judicial chambers and other support areas for staff, families and community partners.
The Juvenile Justice Center is the first of several buildings planned for the Williamson County judicial campus, where additional court and corrections projects are anticipated in future phases.
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