Since the early 1920's Spring Lake's sparse population has been a catalyst for what is now a modern, thriving community. The community's population increased rapidly during World War II due to the build-up of Ft. The federal government constructed a water and sewer system. Bragg - Spring Lake, was also built at this time. From the end of World War II until incorporation in April of 1951, the Spring Lake community benefited from post war surpluses.
Spring Lake is located in one of the fastest growing areas of North Carolina.
Our town is an ideal location for retail stores and service type businesses. The major portion of our town's population consists of military, dependents of military personnel, government civil service employees and retired military personnel. The town and nearby areas can provide a plentiful, capable workforce. The area is also ideal for retired military personnel. Bragg and Pope AFB, which are located on the western border of Spring Lake, offer all the usual service-oriented personnel facilities.