Fort Dodge is a community of 26,000 people located in Webster County with a population of 39,000. Located just 90 miles northwest of Des Moines, Fort Dodge is a friendly community nestled in the rolling hills of the Des Moines River Valley. Fort Dodge is the county seat for Webster County & a major commercial center for North Central & Northwest Iowa. We are dedicated to working in partnership with the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance, local businesses, & citizens to enhance our quality of life. Together we have made great strides within our infrastructure, retail, recreational & educational opportunities. We encourage you to dodge the ordinary with us. I-35 to Highway 20 West then 30 minutes to adventure.