Westlake Corner, Virginia facts for kids
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Westlake Corner, Virginia
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 Westlake Corner, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Westlake Corner, Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Franklin |
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| • Total | 11.5 sq mi (29.7 km2) |
| • Land | 10.1 sq mi (26.1 km2) |
| • Water | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
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| • Total | 1,553 |
| • Density | 97/sq mi (37.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 51-84632 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1852920 |
Westlake Corner is a small community in Franklin County, Virginia, in the United States. It's called a "census-designated place" because it's a special area used for counting people, but it's not an official town or city. In 2020, about 1,553 people lived there. This was more than the 976 people who lived there in 2010! Westlake Corner is also part of the larger Roanoke area.
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Westlake Corner's Location and Surroundings
Westlake Corner is in the northeastern part of Franklin County. It is right next to Smith Mountain Lake, which is a very large and popular lake. The northeastern edge of Westlake Corner is formed by the Roanoke River arm of the lake. This part of the lake also marks the border with Bedford County.
How Big is Westlake Corner?
The total area of Westlake Corner is about 29.7 square kilometers (or 11.5 square miles). Most of this area, about 26.1 square kilometers (10.1 square miles), is land. The rest, about 3.6 square kilometers (1.4 square miles), is water from the lake.
Getting Around Westlake Corner
Virginia State Route 122 is a main road that goes through Westlake Corner. If you travel southwest on this road for about 17 miles (27 km), you will reach Rocky Mount. Rocky Mount is the main town in Franklin County. If you go northeast on the same road, crossing the Roanoke River, you will reach Bedford in about 20 miles (32 km).
History and Culture in Westlake Corner
Westlake Corner has some interesting history and local activities.
Booker T. Washington's Birthplace
In the western part of Westlake Corner, you can find the Booker T. Washington National Monument. This special place is a tobacco farm where Booker T. Washington, a very important African American educator and leader, was born. He was born into slavery, and this monument helps people learn about his life and the history of the time.
Local Farmers' Market
If you visit Westlake Corner, you might enjoy the local farmers' market. It is open for several months each year, from April to October. At the market, you can find fresh produce and other goods from local farmers.
Population and People of Westlake Corner
Westlake Corner has grown over the years. In 2000, there were 899 people living there. By 2010, the population had grown to 976, and by 2020, it reached 1,553 people. This shows that more and more people are choosing to live in this area.
Who Lives in Westlake Corner?
In 2000, most of the people living in Westlake Corner were White (about 96.44%). There were also some African American residents (about 2.56%) and a small number of Asian and Pacific Islander residents. About 0.78% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age Groups
In 2000, there were 389 households in Westlake Corner. Most of these (about 74.3%) were married couples living together. About 21.3% of households had children under 18. The average age of people living in Westlake Corner in 2000 was 50 years old. This means it was a community with many adults and older people.
See also
In Spanish: Westlake Corner (Virginia) para niños
