Basis of Presentation

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2011

Basis of Presentation/Additional Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]

Basis of Presentation

Note 1 Basis of Presentation

     In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited consolidated condensed financial statements of Badger Meter, Inc. (the “Company”) contain all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring accruals except as otherwise discussed) necessary to present fairly the Company’s consolidated condensed financial position at June 30, 2011, results of operations for the three- and six-month periods ended June 30, 2011 and 2010, and cash flows for the six-month periods ended June 30, 2011 and 2010. The results of operations for any interim period are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.

     The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

     Certain reclassifications have been made to the 2010 consolidated condensed statements of cash flows to conform to the 2011 presentation.