Consent of Independent Auditors

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statement (Form
S-8) pertaining to the Badger Meter, Inc. 1999 Stock Option Plan of our report
dated January 30, 2001, with respect to the consolidated financial statements
and schedules of Badger Meter, Inc., incorporated by reference in its Annual
Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended December 31, 2000 and the related
financial statement schedule included therein, filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission.


                                        /s/ ERNST & YOUNG LLP
                                        ERNST & YOUNG LLP


Milwaukee, Wisconsin
November 9, 2001