Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir

OFF-CHANNEL (CHOCTAW CREEK 1/3-MI DOWNSTREAM)· Grayson, Texas· 17 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX)
Dam Length2,430 ft
Max Storage109 acre-ft
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge684 cfs
NID IDTX07428

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

RAYBURN ENERGY STATION LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir?

Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir 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 Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir?

Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir is owned by RAYBURN ENERGY STATION LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir?

Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir has a dam height of 17 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 Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir last inspected?

Panda Sherman Power Raw Water Reservoir was last inspected on February 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.