Glover Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Matcek Lake Dam Sanders Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Glover Lake Dam, located in Burleson, Texas, along the TR-DAVIDSON CREEK, is a privately-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1971 for flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 735 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. While primarily serving the purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also supports fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreational activities in the area.
Despite its critical role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks, Glover Lake Dam lacks a spillway and has not been rated for condition assessment. The dam's hazard potential is currently labeled as "Not Available," indicating a need for further inspection and evaluation. With a high risk assessment score of 2, there is a pressing need for enhanced risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam structure.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Glover Lake Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of infrastructure, environmental conservation, and community resilience. The dam's location in the Galveston District of Texas highlights its significance in local water management efforts. Its history and design provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with balancing flood control, water supply, and recreational needs in a dynamic and evolving landscape.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
735 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DAVIDSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Glover Lake Dam