Glaze Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Glaze Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 675 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 488 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06414 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MATTIE K CARTER TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glaze Lake Dam?
Glaze Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Glaze Lake Dam?
Glaze Lake Dam is owned by MATTIE K CARTER TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glaze Lake Dam built?
Glaze Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Glaze Lake Dam?
Glaze Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Glaze Lake Dam?
Glaze Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Glaze Lake Dam last inspected?
Glaze Lake Dam was last inspected on July 23, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.