Holbert’s Run spring

## Overview Holbert's Run Spring is a public drinking spring located in Clay District, West Virginia, near the community areas along Holbert's Run — a small tributary stream in the rolling hills of the northern panhandle region of the state. Situated at approximately 40.4748°N, 80.5572°W, this spring sits in an area rich with Appalachian geology, where natural groundwater emerges through layers of sedimentary rock formations common to the upper Ohio Valley. West Virginia's many roadside and community springs have long served as gathering points for locals who prefer the taste and character of natural spring water, and Holbert's Run Spring carries on that tradition. The spring takes its name from Holbert's Run, a local waterway in Clay District. While detailed historical records for this particular spring are limited, springs throughout this part of West Virginia have historically been used by residents and travelers as sources of fresh water, dating back to early Appalachian settlement patterns in the 18th and 19th centuries. ## Directions 1. The spring is located in Clay District, West Virginia, near the coordinates 40.4748°N, 80.5572°W. 2. Using GPS navigation, enter the coordinates **40.4748189287627, -80.5572812151372** to route directly to the spring's reported location. 3. The area is in the northern panhandle of West Virginia, not far from the Ohio and Pennsylvania borders. Look for the spring along or near Holbert's Run. *Note: Exact roadside access details have not been independently verified. If you visit, consider scouting the area carefully using the GPS coordinates and watching for any visible spring infrastructure such as a pipe, spout, or collection point.* ## What to Expect As a public drinking spring in rural West Virginia, Holbert's Run Spring is likely a modest, roadside-style spring — typical of the many community springs found throughout Appalachia. Visitors may find a pipe or spout where water flows from the hillside, possibly with a small cleared area nearby. The surrounding landscape of Clay District features the wooded hills, narrow valleys, and winding roads characteristic of West Virginia's northern panhandle. The terrain can be hilly and rural, so visitors should be prepared for narrow roads and limited signage. While this spring has been identified as a public drinking spring, water quality can vary with weather and seasonal conditions. The water has not been independently tested or certified as safe to drink, so visitors should be aware that consuming untreated spring water always carries some risk. Historically, many locals in this region have used similar springs as everyday drinking water sources, but conditions can change over time.