Panda Temple Power 2 Southeast Evaporation Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Bell County, Texas, the Panda Temple Power 2 Southeast Evaporation Pond is a private water resource project designed by Bechtel Power Corp.


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Summary

This evaporation pond, completed in 2014, has a dam height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. With a surface area of 7.99 acres and a drainage area of 0.02 square miles, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

The Panda Temple Power 2 Southeast Evaporation Pond is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 375 cubic feet per second. The condition of the structure is reported as satisfactory, and the risk assessment categorizes it as a moderate risk.

This evaporation pond serves multiple purposes and is an essential component of the water management infrastructure in the area. Its location near the UN-NAMED TR OF KNOB CREEK provides valuable insights into water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Texas. With its strategic design and operational efficiency, the Panda Temple Power 2 Southeast Evaporation Pond exemplifies the importance of private sector involvement in sustainable water resource development.

Year Completed

2014

Dam Length

2672

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

UN-NAMED TR OF KNOB CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Other

Surface Area

7.99

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

0.02

Nid Storage

74

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.