I've been to Westlake and thought it was an interesting "In between" course in terms of yardage. Ted Robinson, Sr. was never afraid of "alternative" length courses, and he saw no need to reach any particular yardage. It's a fun course with a robust following. I hit balls at the range with my daughter and some friends just two weeks ago. We waited 30 minutes to get a spot on the artificial pad tee area — it was packed with no shortage of players. There was also a mobile club repair trailer there, and that speaks volumes on the interest in the course and facility.
Is it the greatest design or maintained course in the area? No. Is it popular, and does it serve a need? Yes. Could it be better? Of course. It's tired and I do not think much has been put back into it. Perhaps some infrastructure and areas of turf removal. Mr, Robinson built solid courses, and they have lasted many years.
When we did Olivas Links and Buenaventura I had eight local courses to visit and "compete" with, at least in my my client's eyes. Westlake was one and I recall my client saying, "It's simple and people like it...so, go see it even if it doesn't seem special." I appreciated that advice.