Pw West Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Wood Farms Boneset Creek Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Pw West Lake, also known as Palmetto Creek Pond, is a private water supply reservoir located in the Pleasant Hill Community of Beauregard, Louisiana.
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Summary
Built in 1947, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans 442 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. The dam is primarily used for water supply purposes, drawing water from Tr-Flat Creek for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, Pw West Lake has a low hazard potential and is currently assessed to be in fair condition. With a moderate risk level, the reservoir undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Equipped with uncontrolled spillways and flap outlet gates, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for the community while also providing recreational opportunities for enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate-related activities in the region.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
442 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
Tr-Flat Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Outlet Gates |
Flap |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bundick Ck Nr De Ridder
|
75cfs |
Bayou Anacoco Near Rosepine
|
147cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Bon Wier
|
777cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Burkeville
|
318cfs |
Whiskey Chitto Creek Near Oberlin
|
253cfs |
Calcasieu River Near Oberlin
|
91cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Pw West Lake