Long Glade Lake
Key Takeaway
Long Glade Lake is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 633 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 284 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,490 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03544 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LONG GLADE LAKE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Long Glade Lake?
Long Glade Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Long Glade Lake?
Long Glade Lake is owned by LONG GLADE LAKE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Long Glade Lake built?
Long Glade Lake was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Long Glade Lake?
Long Glade Lake 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 Long Glade Lake?
Long Glade Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Long Glade Lake last inspected?
Long Glade Lake was last inspected on June 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.