The town 's name probably originated from its proximity to Glade Creek , a stream that rose in a rather barren region called the Glades .
The first post office at Gladewater was established on August 22 , 1873 .
The town 's name probably originated from Gladewater 's proximity to Glade Creek , a stream that rose in a rather barren region called the Glades .
The first post office at Gladewater was established on August 22 , 1873 .