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IA DOC – Fort Dodge Correctional Institution (FDCF) basic information to help guide you through what you can do for your inmate while they are incarcerated. The facility's direct contact number: 515-574-4700
This facility is for adult inmates.
The inmates housed at Fort Dodge Correctional located at 1550 L St in Fort Dodge, IA are placed according to their custody level (determined by a number of factors including the past criminal history and the length of their sentence). There are ample educational and vocational training programs for all inmates, especially ones that show a willingness to learn new things that will prepare them for a better life when they are released. The mission is to promote and prepare the offender to leave in better shape than when they arrived, giving them the best chance to never come back and thus lower the state's recidivism rate.
FDCF is a medium-security state prison originally designed to house 762 adult male inmates in a double occupancy celled environment. Construction began in October 1996 and the facility opened in April 1998. The facility is located on 60 acres of land in southern Fort Dodge. Recognizing the on-going need for public safety even before the first offenders arrived at the facility the legislature and Governor approved an expansion for an additional 400 beds and program space; 127 two-man cells were converted to house three offenders. The current rated capacity is 1400
The Unit Management concept is employed at FDCF. The facility’s seven housing units are organized to support positive behavior. In addition to the housing units, the facility consists of administration and treatment buildings, a power plant, and a warehouse. Primary perimeter security is provided by a double fence system with electronic detection. FDCF offers a variety of programming and the New Frontiers Substance Abuse Program is licensed by the State of Iowa. FDCF’s Young Offender Program, RIVERS (Redirecting Individual Values, Energy, Relationships, and Skills), is a 5-month voluntary intensive program. In addition to programming, inmates are provided work opportunities including private sector jobs inside the fence to assist in developing the skills needed to become productive and successful citizens.
visitation Info
IA DOC – Fort Dodge Correctional Facility (FDCF) – Visitation
Fort Dodge Correctional Facility
Friday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Monday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Holidays if they fall on a non-visiting day will be from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
