Pw West Lake
Key Takeaway
Pw West Lake is classified as low hazard in Louisiana. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 58.9% in LA) |
| Dam Length | 442 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | LA00220 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
P.W. West LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pw West Lake?
Pw West Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pw West Lake?
Pw West Lake is owned by P.W. West LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pw West Lake built?
Pw West Lake was completed in 1947, making it 79 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Pw West Lake?
Pw West Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pw West Lake?
Pw West Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Pw West Lake last inspected?
Pw West Lake was last inspected on March 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.