Long Glade Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Long Glade Lake, located in Rusk, Texas, is a privately owned reservoir with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1937, it stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 633 acre-feet. With a surface area of 40 acres and a drainage area of 1.4 square miles, the lake is fed by TR-LEE CREEK and has a maximum discharge of 5490 cubic feet per second.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Long Glade Lake boasts a satisfactory condition assessment and a moderate risk level. The dam, primarily an earth structure with buttress core types, features an uncontrolled spillway and multiple outlet gates for water management. The reservoir is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking recreational activities like fishing, boating, and picnicking.

Despite its age, Long Glade Lake continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors. Regular inspections and maintenance ensure the dam's structural integrity and overall safety. Its serene surroundings and diverse wildlife make it a picturesque destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

Year Completed

1937

Dam Length

430

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

TR-LEE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

1.4

Nid Storage

633

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 4, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.