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Lake Barcroft, VA

Lake Barcroft is a census-designated place (CDP) in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. The population was 9,558 at the 2010 census. It is also the name of the privately owned lake—part of the Cameron Run Watershed—around which this population is located. The lake is named for Dr. John W. Barcroft, who owned and operated a mill on Holmes Run during the mid-19th century.

Lake Barcroft is located in eastern Fairfax County at 38°51′5″N 77°9′20″W (38.851412, −77.155654). It is bordered to the northeast by Seven Corners, to the east by Bailey's Crossroads, to the south by Lincolnia, to the southwest by Annandale, and to the northwest by West Falls Church. Downtown Washington, D.C. is 9 miles (14 km) to the northeast. The CDP border follows Sleepy Hollow Road to the west, Leesburg Pike to the north, various roads along its border with Bailey's Crossroads to the east, and Columbia Pike to the south.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Lake Barcroft CDP has a total area of 2.7 square miles (6.9 km²), of which 2.4 square miles (6.3 km²) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.6 km²), or 8.34%, is water.

The local high school is Justice High School.

The boundaries of the Lake Barcroft CDP are somewhat more expansive than those of the LBA. The former includes several apartment buildings, condominiums, and businesses along the streets that form the border. The latter includes exclusively single-family homes.

In 1913, the Alexandria Water Company began construction of the Lake Barcroft Dam on Holmes Run to create a drinking water reservoir for the city of Alexandria. Construction of the dam was completed in 1915, putting a 620 million-gallon reservoir into service. In 1942, the company installed 24 gates at the top of the dam to raise the spillway elevation by five feet, increasing the reservoir size to 800 million gallons.

Lake Barcroft places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with an array of facilities and initiatives dedicated to residents' well-being. The Lake Barcroft Wellness Club is a hub for fitness and community activities, offering fitness classes, wellness programs, and community events. Restore balance and wellness at Massage Heights. Enjoy customized massages, skincare treatments, and aromatherapy for a rejuvenating experience. Unwind with massages and facials at Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa. Experience relaxation and skincare services in a tranquil spa environment. Discover the benefits of therapeutic massage at LaVida Massage of Fredericksburg. Experience customized treatments to improve mobility, reduce pain, and promote overall well-being. Advanced Family Chiropractic offers personalized chiropractic care for individuals of all ages. Their services include spinal adjustments, corrective exercises, nutritional counseling, and lifestyle advice to promote overall wellness and pain relief. Virginia Family Chiropractic focuses on providing non-invasive and drug-free solutions for musculoskeletal issues. Their services include chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, massage therapy, and rehabilitation exercises to improve mobility and reduce pain.

Top sites in Lake Barcroft, VA: Green Spring Gardens, Lincoln Memorial, George Washington's Mount Vernon.

Population: 9,000 (2021). Elevation: Varies. Area: 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²). ZIP Code: 22044. Area code: 703.

FAQs

Can you swim in Lake Barcroft, VA?

Residents with beach tags are allowed to be on beaches until midnight. Swimming at dusk or night is a high-risk activity. All swimmers who choose to swim at dusk or night, despite “Beach Closed, No Swimming” signs, do so at their own risk and should avoid heavy boat use areas of the lake and should take reasonable steps to enhance their visibility to boaters.

Can anyone go to Lake Barcroft, VA?

Lake Barcroft is a community of over a thousand homes on a beautiful wooded lake in Falls Church, Virginia. Lake Barcroft itself and its beaches are privately owned for use by dues-paying residents. Those nonmembers found on a beach or the water, who are not accompanied by a resident, are deemed to be trespassing and will be cited by Fairfax County police who regularly patrol the area.

Is Lake Barcroft, VA a good place to live?

Lake Barcroft is in Fairfax County and is one of the best places to live in Virginia. Living in Lake Barcroft offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Lake Barcroft, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Lake Barcroft and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Lake Barcroft are above average. 

Sources

Community of Barcroft

Wikipedia

Niche

Lake Barcroft Wellness Club

Massage Heights

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

LaVida Massage of Fredericksburg

Advanced Family Chiropractic

Virginia Family Chiropractic

Green Spring Gardens

Lincoln Memorial

George Washington's Mount Vernon

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