Community FAQs
How do I get Internet access?
Shentel is the internet provider. They are located at 106 S Main St, Edinburg, VA 22824, 800-743-6835
Which phone service providers work best out here?
Verizon and AT&T work well for cellular service. Landline service is available as well.
Who provides TV service?
Dish and Direct TV are options available in Deer Rapids
Is there access to the Shenandoah River?
Residents have deeded access to the river via community lots on Deer Rapids Road Section 2, Lot 6 and Section 4, Lot 23.
Note the Combination lock to the community lots was changed on January 1, 2023. If you are current with your road fees, please contact drrft22657@gmail.com for the current combo.
Is mail delivered directly to my house? Do FedEx and UPS deliver to the neighborhood?
Each home is assigned a mailbox in a bank of mailboxes on Deer Rapids Road. Larger boxes are located underneath the bank for large UPS deliveries. FedEx and Amazon deliver directly to your home.
Where do I take my trash and recycling?
ACE Refuge offers trash and/or recycling pick-up services on Mondays in Deer Rapids. Alternatively, residents may transport their own trash and recycling.
The Shenandoah County Landfill operates several convenience sites throughout the county. Those closest to Strasburg is:
- 321 Powhatan Road, Strasburg
What happens when it snows? How long does it take to clear the roads after a snowstorm?
Winter weather, particularly with the heavy snows we’ve had for the past few years, can make the roads impassable for a period of time. The community does its best to clear the roads as quickly as possible but be prepared with extra groceries.
How many properties are in Deer Rapids?
There are 250 lots that make up our community.
Is there an annual assessment?
Yes. The annual assessment of $150 per lot supports maintenance of the roads, snow removal, as well as professional services (e.g., legal, insurance, and tax and accounting) and administrative expenses (e.g., mailings). Paying dues in a timely manner gives the community the reserves necessary to address issues and the need for road repairs as they arise.
How do I get hold of the board members?
Although you can call us, you can also email us. The board has set up a group mailbox that is checked regularly. You may have seen email coming from Deer Rapids Road Fund Trustees (drrft22657@gmail.com). The board also intends to use the group email address to more frequently correspond to the membership. If you wish to be included in email communications, please send your email address to: drrft22657@gmail.com.
Is there a list of all the community members with addresses, phone numbers and email addresses?
There is, but in order to maintain member's privacy, we will be conducting a survey to update the list and ask members if they are willing to share their information. This will be helpful if you are a full time resident, and need assistance or in case of an emergency. If you are not, as a part time resident, this may be helpful if someone needs to contact you regarding suspicious activity on your property.
I want to get involved. How do I become more active?
Help keep up the community lots. For example, the picnic lots are always in need of general debris cleanup. Have a chain saw? Cut up fallen branches into log lengths for the fire pit.