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Spring Lake, NC

Spring Lake is a town in Cumberland County, North Carolina, United States. The 2010 census recorded the population at 11,964 people, with an estimated population in 2019 of 12,005.

Spring Lake is located in northwestern Cumberland County. It is bordered to the south by the city of Fayetteville, the Cumberland County seat, to the west by Hoke and Moore counties, and to the north by Harnett County. Large portions of the town limits are occupied by Pope Air Force Base and parts of Fort Liberty.

North Carolina Highways 87 and 24 run concurrently through the town, leading south 11 miles (18 km) to downtown Fayetteville. NC 87 leads north 26 miles (42 km) to Sanford, while NC 24 runs northwest 31 miles (50 km) to Carthage. North Carolina Highway 210 leads northeast 18 miles (29 km) to Lillington and southeast as Murchison Road 10 miles (16 km) to downtown Fayetteville.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town of Spring Lake has a total area of 23.2 square miles (60.2 km²), of which 23.1 square miles (59.7 km²) is land and 0.19 square miles (0.5 km²), or 0.88%, is water. The Little River, a tributary of the Cape Fear River, runs the length of the town from west to east, passing north of the town center.

The current name of the town first appeared around 1923 for a spring-fed lake, which probably formed when the railroad was built about 1860. The community grew slowly until World War II. At its incorporation, the town selected the post office on Main Street as the center of town. The town limits extended only eight-tenths of a mile from its center but increased rapidly as nearby Fort Bragg was built up. Today, Spring Lake remains a quaint town with its close ties to nearby Fort Liberty. 

Previously, the area was called "Clayton Cut", due to the pathway cut that ran through the area where the railroad later resided, and also "Prince's Siding", after a man named Prince who owned a sawmill on this land.

Spring Lake was officially incorporated on April 9, 1951. Grady Howard was named interim mayor on this date and was officially elected the first mayor of Spring Lake on June 5, 1951. The modern growth spurt beginning in World War II is attributed to the proximity of Fort Liberty. Long Valley Farm was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. 

Spring Lake prioritizes the health and wellness of its residents. The town is equipped with healthcare facilities such as the Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, ensuring comprehensive medical services for the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Spring Lake Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Fit4Life and Tarheel CrossFit. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Spring Lake, such as the Rockefeller Loop Trail and Smith Lake Green Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Spring Lake, NC are Carvers Creek State Park, ZipQuest Waterfall & Treetop Adventure, and Cape Fear Botanical Garden.

Population: 11,660 (2020). ZIP Code: 28390. Area codes: 910, 472. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Area: 23.84 sq mi (61.74 km²).

FAQs

Is Spring Lake, NC a good place to live?

Living in Spring Lake offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Spring Lake and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Spring Lake are above average.

Is Spring Lake, NC expensive?

Spring Lake, North Carolina's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average. Spring Lake's housing expenses are 40% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 4% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 2% lower than the national average.

What is the crime rate in Spring Lake, NC?

With a crime rate of 36 per one thousand residents, Spring Lake has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 28. Within North Carolina, more than 85% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Spring Lake.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Spring Lake

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Spring Lake Parks and Recreation Department

Fit4Life  

Tarheel CrossFit

Rockefeller Loop Trail 

Smith Lake Green Trail

Carvers Creek State Park

ZipQuest Waterfall & Treetop Adventure

Cape Fear Botanical Garden

Niche

Payscale

Neighborhoodscout

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