Springville Spring, Springville, AL 35146

## Overview Springville Spring is a public drinking spring located in the charming town of Springville, Alabama, in St. Clair County. Nestled within a small park setting, this natural spring has long served as a community water source and is one of the easier-to-access springs in the region. The town of Springville itself was named for the numerous natural springs in the area, and this particular spring continues that heritage as a beloved local landmark. Visitors have historically used the spring as a source of drinking water, and it remains a popular stop for those seeking natural spring water in central Alabama. The spring sits at an elevation typical of the southern Appalachian foothills, where underground aquifers feed water to the surface through layers of limestone and sandstone common to St. Clair County's geology. The GPS coordinates for the spring are 33.774816, -86.472949. ## Directions 1. Head north on **Route 11 (US-11)** toward Springville. 2. Continue through town, passing the **Springville Police Department** on your right. 3. Shortly after the police department, look for a small park area on your **left** side of the road (near **150 Heritage Ridge**). 4. Pull into the **small parking lot** at the park. 5. From the parking lot, you will see a **pedestrian bridge**. Cross the bridge, and the spring will be on your **right**. The spring is easy to locate and the walk from the parking lot is short and straightforward. ## What to Expect Springville Spring is one of the more accessible natural springs in Alabama — no hiking or off-road driving required. After parking in the small lot, you'll cross a pedestrian bridge to reach the spring, which flows openly and is easy to spot on the right side of the path. The park setting provides a pleasant atmosphere with green space surrounding the spring. The area is well-maintained and located in a residential part of Springville, close to the police department, making it a safe and convenient stop. There are no steep trails or rugged terrain to navigate, so the spring is suitable for visitors of all ages and mobility levels. The spring has been historically used as a drinking water source by locals and visitors alike. As with any natural, untreated water source, conditions can vary, and the water has not been independently verified for quality at this time. Springville Spring makes for an easy side trip if you're traveling through St. Clair County or exploring the natural springs of central Alabama. Bring your own containers if you plan to collect water.