The Fort Dodge Correctional Facility is a medium-security prison located in Fort Dodge, Iowa. It is operated by the Iowa Department of Corrections and houses male inmates. The facility focuses on rehabilitation and offers various programs aimed at reducing recidivism, including educational and vocational training. Opened in 1998, the Fort Dodge Correctional Facility has a capacity of approximately 1,000 inmates. It features secure housing units, recreational areas, and work programs that allow inmates to gain skills and contribute to the community. The facility plays a role in the broader criminal justice system in Iowa.