Badger Lake Dredge Spoil Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Badger Lake Dam Donney Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Badger Lake Dredge Spoil Dam in Fort Dodge, Iowa, serves as a crucial structure for debris control along the TR-Badger Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 5012 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 386 acre-feet. Managed by the local government and regulated by the Iowa DNR, the dam plays a key role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water resource management in the region.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Badger Lake Dredge Spoil Dam is a vital component of the local infrastructure. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, regular state inspections and enforcement ensure its continued functionality for debris control purposes. Situated within the Rock Island District, this dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between local and state agencies to maintain water resources and manage climate-related risks in the area.
As a significant structure in the region, the Badger Lake Dredge Spoil Dam underscores the importance of effective water resource management and climate resilience. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this earth dam stands as a testament to the proactive measures taken to safeguard communities from potential hazards and ensure sustainable water usage. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a compelling case study in the intersection of infrastructure development, environmental stewardship, and risk management.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
5012 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BADGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
386 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Des Moines River At Fort Dodge
|
1320cfs |
Des Moines River At Humboldt
|
401cfs |
East Fork Des Moines River At Dakota City
|
255cfs |
Boone River Near Webster City
|
232cfs |
Des Moines River Near Stratford
|
1720cfs |
Iowa River Near Rowan
|
195cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Badger Lake Dredge Spoil Dam