Chesterbrook Woods

Low Water Pressure and Sidewalk Update

Dear CWCA Residents:

The CWCA Board has been investigating issues of low water pressure that have recently been reported by some Chesterbrook residents.

We have confirmed the low pressure IS from the sidewalk project on Chesterbrook Rd that extends from 41st St to Maddux La. Fairfax County Dept of Transportation’s (FCDOT) contractor had to move the water main along Chesterbrook Rd to make way for the sidewalk. This low pressure is because we are temporarily getting water from a different main while the transition is taking place from old to new main on Chesterbrook Rd. Fairfax Water said we should expect this low pressure to last another 4 to 7 days while they finalize the transition (there are 4 connection points and they’re working on #2 of the 4 right now). After this time window, the connection will be redirected back to the Chesterbrook Rd main as the water source and normal pressure will be resumed.

You may have noticed that FCDOT is making progress on the upper portion of the sidewalk project starting at 41st (curb and gutter has been laid and the sidewalk will soon go in there). The contractor will then work its way down from 41st St to complete the sidewalk ending at Forest La (that whole segment is estimated to be completed this summer).

With a longer term timeline, there is also work being done to prepare for Little Pimmit Run stream restoration (which will help neighbors along Forest/Woodland Terr and N Albemarle) and to install a much larger storm water pipe under Chesterbrook Rd at N. Albemarle. This is a long overdue project to correct flooding at that intersection when we have heavy rains. A sidewalk segment will be installed after that work is completed.

Our thanks to neighbors whose properties are adjacent to the sidewalk work and to all the drivers who are patiently bearing with lane closures and construction. These projects will result in a safe passage for pedestrians to travel all the way from Kirby Road to Glebe Road and for improved water management.

The Board will talk about the sidewalk project schedule in a little more detail at the CWCA Spring Meeting at Chesterbrook ES on April 22nd at 7 pm. We hope you’ll join us!

Kind Regards,
CWCA Board

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Low Water Pressure and Sidewalk Update

Dear CWCA Residents:

The CWCA Board has been investigating issues of low water pressure that have recently been reported by some Chesterbrook residents.

The Board will talk about the sidewalk project schedule in a little more detail at the CWCA Spring Meeting at Chesterbrook ES on April 22nd at 7 pm. We hope you’ll join us!

Kind Regards,
CWCA Board

Save the Date! CWCA Spring 2026 Meeting – Wednesday, April 22 at 7:00 PM

Dear Neighbors,

We hope you’re enjoying the start of spring! Please mark your calendars and join us for the Chesterbrook Woods Citizens Association (CWCA) Spring 2026 Meeting on Wednesday, April 22 at 7:00 PM.

Location: Chesterbrook Elementary School cafeteria
1753 Kirby Rd, McLean, VA 22101

This will be an in-person meeting, and we hope to see many familiar faces (and meet a few new ones!).

The detailed agenda will be shared soon.

Warm regards,

CWCA Board

Subject: ⚠️ Severe Weather Alert: High Winds and Potential Power Outages Monday

Dear Neighbors,

According the National Weather Service, a dangerous, high-wind storm system is expected to impact our region today, Monday, March 16, bringing a Level 4 (Moderate) risk of severe weather between 1–7 p.m.

Forecasts indicate the potential for damaging winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes. The primary threat is strong wind gusts capable of toppling trees and power lines, which could lead to widespread power outages.

Please take precautions:

Charge electronic devices fully before the storm.
Secure or bring inside any loose outdoor items.
If possible, move vehicles off the street and into garages or covered areas.

You can monitor outages and restoration updates on the Dominion Energy Outage Map: https://outagemap.dominionenergy.com/. You can also report outages by phone at 866-366-4357.

Please stay alert and safe.

— CWCA Board

Remembering Donna and Charles Giuffra

Dear Chesterbrook Woods neighbors,

We wanted to share the sad news that longtime residents Donna and Charles Giuffra of Woodley Road have passed away. Charles passed in 2019, and Donna passed recently. The Giuffras were cherished members of our community for many years, and their presence will be dearly missed by those who knew them.

For those who would like to read their obituaries or share condolences, both are available through Dignity Memorial:

Our thoughts are with the Giuffra family and their friends during this time.

Warm regards,
The CWCA Board

Fairfax Co. yard waste pick-up resumes this week

Good Evening CW Neighbors,

Sharing information from Fairfax County Public Works & Environmental Services that Yard Waste Collection Resumes this week, starting tomorrow, March 2nd.

Here are a few reminders:

Yard waste includes leaves, grass trimmings, and shrub and tree trimmings.
Yard waste does not include soil, mulch, sod, stumps, whole trees, large branches or limbs or clean-up from storm damage.
Use compostable paper bags or rigid containers or tie yard waste into bundles.
Limit yard waste to 10 compostable bags or containers per week.
If you have more than 4 bundles, please schedule a brush special pickup.
For more information, visit the Curbside Yard Waste webpage.

Public Works & Environmental Services take yard waste to the county solid waste facilities. There, it is transported to regional commercial composting facilities where it is processed into compost, mulch, and soil amendments.

Thanks,

The CWCA Board

CWCA – Snow Event

Good evening. In the event that snow accumulation is enough for plowing, please kindly move your vehicles into the driveway this evening.

Thank you!

CWCA Board

Note from Fairfax County ON Sewer Line Collapse

Dear CWCA Neighbors:

Sharing an update from Fairfax County on on the Sewer Line Collapse. The County is urging residents to not flush wipes, even "flushable" wipes, as this has made it harder to keep pumps operating effectively. As the temperatures warm up this weekend and snow and ice melts, a reminder to please avoid the Potomac River. Sharing some information below as well as a link to a recent article with an open letter from the CEO of DC Water.

Thank you,

The CWCA Board

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Urgent: Do Not Flush Wipes, even “Flushable”! Sewer Line Collapse Is Causing Potomac River Spills.

Your wastewater flows to Blue Plains, the regional wastewater treatment facility in

Washington, DC. The local sewer lines move water downhill and through pump stations

across the river, where it flows to this facility. The Potomac Interceptor is the main line of

this conveyance system. It has recently collapsed, leading to large sewage spills into

the Potomac River. A large percentage of that wastewater comes from Fairfax County.

Wipes, even those labeled as flushable, have been clogging the pumps that divert the

dirty water from the Potomac. This has led to additional sewage spills and is delaying

the rehabilitation of the pipe.

You can help by NOT flushing ANYTHING other than human waste or toilet paper.

Thank you for doing your part to fix this problem.

https://wjla.com/news/local/dc-water-potomac-river-sewer-collapse-wastewater-spill-interceptor-failure-pump-groundwater-infiltration-environmental-impact-clean-rivers-project-improvement-letter-ceo-new-issues

Sharing information on coyote activity

Hi Neighbors:
Coyote sightings and activity increase significantly in our area during their mating season, which runs from January through March. During these months, coyotes are more vocal and travel further to find mates, making them more visible in residential areas.

Please see this short (4 minute) video from Fairfax County for more information about coyotes in Northern Virginia:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iHZY_YGWWg

Thanks,

The CWCA Board

Update from the CWCA Board on Today’s Storm and Plowing

Dear Chesterbrook Woods Residents,

Thank you to all who moved cars and other items from the street – most streets and cul-de-sacs were completely clear for plowing.

Sending some end of day updates regarding the storm and continued snow plowing efforts:

First the obvious – this is a very unusual storm starting with 5” of snow, then over 10 hours of steady sleet and now freezing rain. It’s one of our most challenging clearing events.
One of our two CW-contracted trucks had a mechanical problem earlier today, and we were down to one truck for the afternoon. Another truck should be arriving soon. Our contractor will continue to work the neighborhood and start salting/sanding tomorrow.
VDOT has a new online tool that shows where their plows and contracted plows have been. We see that one VDOT contractor has been in part of Chesterbrook Woods (CW). Zoom in to our area and click on a few of the trucks to see the one that was in CW: https://plows.vdot.virginia.gov/Public/Map
It helps if VDOT is here plowing in addition to our contractor. Generate a VDOT plow request using this link: https://my.vdot.virginia.gov. Tomorrow when it’s time to get salting/sanding, if you see a dangerous intersection or section of road, you can also submit a request to VDOT to salt/sand at: https://my.vdot.virginia.gov.

Fairfax and Arlington County Schools are closed tomorrow. The roads are expected to still be unsafe for driving tomorrow, despite the work that both CW and VDOT are doing to plow so we encourage you to stay off the roads if you can.

Thank you for your attention to this and stay safe out there!

– CWCA Board