Love's Creek, Knoxville, TN

## Overview Love's Creek is a public drinking spring located in Knoxville, Tennessee, in Knox County. Situated near Interstate 640, this roadside spring offers easy access for travelers and locals alike. The spring water flows through a pipe set beneath a wooden canopy, providing a sheltered spot to fill up just steps from the road. Love's Creek has historically been used as a drinking water source by area residents, and visitors have reported that the water tastes clean and refreshing. The spring takes its name from Love's Creek, a waterway that runs through the eastern Knoxville area. While detailed historical records about this particular spring tap are limited, roadside springs like this one have a long tradition in East Tennessee, where the geology of the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians produces numerous natural groundwater outlets. These springs were vital community water sources long before municipal water systems were established, and many continue to be frequented by locals who prefer the taste of natural spring water. ## Directions 1. From downtown Knoxville, head east on Interstate 640 (I-640 E). 2. The spring is located along I-640 near the 37924 zip code area of Knoxville. 3. Look for a wooden canopy structure close to the roadside — the spring pipe is sheltered underneath it. 4. GPS coordinates: **36.025675, -83.861046** — use these for the most precise navigation to the spring's location. *Note: Because the spring sits near an interstate corridor, use caution when pulling over and parking. Approach from local access roads if possible.* ## What to Expect Love's Creek spring features a pipe that channels water out from the underground source, making it convenient to fill bottles or jugs. The pipe is sheltered by a wooden canopy, so you can collect water even during light rain. The setup is simple and utilitarian — a classic East Tennessee roadside spring. The spring is close to the road, so access is quick and straightforward. There is no extensive hiking required; you can park nearby and walk just a short distance to the spout. Because of its proximity to I-640, road noise is present, but the convenience factor is hard to beat for those passing through the Knoxville area. As with any natural spring, water conditions can vary with weather and season. Heavy rains may temporarily affect water clarity or flow. While this spring has been used as a drinking water source by the community, water quality has not been independently verified, so visitors should use their own discretion.