Badding Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Badding, also known as Croke No.


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Summary

12 or Croke 12 West, is a significant earth dam located in Northglenn, Colorado, along the South Platte River. Built in 1888, this dam serves as a vital water supply structure for the local government of Adams County. With a height of 11 feet and a length of 1100 feet, Badding has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the region.

Despite its age, Badding is in fair condition and is inspected every two years to ensure its structural integrity. The dam has a spillway width of 542 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 16,650 cubic feet per second. With a hazard potential classified as significant and a moderate risk assessment rating, Badding plays a crucial role in water management and flood control efforts in the area.

Under the jurisdiction of the Colorado Department of Water Resources, Badding is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to meet state safety standards. As a key water supply infrastructure in the region, this dam represents a blend of historical significance and modern functionality, catering to the water needs of the community while managing potential risks effectively.

Year Completed

1888

Dam Length

1100

Dam Height

11

River Or Stream

SOUTH PLATTE RIVER-TR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

11

Nid Storage

60

Structural Height

11

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

11
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.