Badger Creek Watershed Site 45-5 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Badger Creek Watershed Site 45-5, located in Madison County, Iowa, is a vital water resource managed by local government authorities.


°F

°F

mph

Wind

%

Humidity

Summary

This site, designed by the USDA NRCS, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond management. The earth dam, completed in 1962, stands at 25 feet tall with a length of 405 feet, providing a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet for flood risk reduction and water conservation.

This site is regulated by the Iowa DNR and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting processes to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Badger Creek Watershed Site 45-5 demonstrates a commitment to responsible water management practices. Despite not having a current condition assessment, this site remains a valuable asset in the region for water storage and conservation efforts.

Overall, Badger Creek Watershed Site 45-5 plays a crucial role in maintaining water resources in the area and is an essential part of the local ecosystem. With its multiple uses and state-regulated operations, this site highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in mitigating flood risks and supporting wildlife habitats in the region.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

405

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-BADGER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.3

Drainage Area

0.3

Nid Storage

78

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

25
       
Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

Dam Data Reference

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.