Bay Island facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bay Island
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 Bay Island
Location in Virginia
Bay Island
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| Independent city | Virginia Beach |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
23451
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| Area code(s) | 757 |
Bay Island is a two-mile-long island located in the North Great Neck area of Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is surrounded by water, with Long Creek to the north and Broad Bay to the south. Both of these waterways are branches of the Lynnhaven River. The island connects to the mainland by the West Great Neck Bridge on its western side.
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Exploring Bay Island: Location and Life
Bay Island is a unique place to live. It is known for its beautiful water views. The island's connection to the mainland is very important for its residents.
What are the Neighborhoods on Bay Island?
Bay Island has two main neighborhoods. These are Broad Bay Colony and Bay Island itself. Broad Bay Colony is on the western side of the island. The area simply called Bay Island is on the eastern side. Most people refer to the whole residential area as "Bay Island."
Community Life and Clubs
The two neighborhoods share a homeowners' association. This group helps manage community matters. They also share several other community clubs. An example is the Garden Club, which helps keep the area beautiful. These clubs help neighbors connect and work together.
Schools for Bay Island Kids
Children living on Bay Island attend three different schools. The school they go to depends on their grade level.
- John B. Dey Elementary School is for younger students.
- Great Neck Middle School serves middle schoolers.
- Frank W. Cox High School is where older students attend.
Understanding Flooding Risks on Bay Island
Bay Island can experience flooding. This is especially true on the northern and western parts of the island. Even small hurricanes or tropical storms can cause problems. Roads on the western side might flood, blocking the only exit. This means the entire island might need to evacuate. This can happen even if other parts of Virginia Beach are not affected by the storm. It's important for residents to be prepared.
