Steuben Spring

## Overview Steuben Spring is a public drinking spring located in Steubenville Township, Ohio, in Jefferson County. Situated in the upper Ohio River Valley, this spring draws from the region's characteristic Pennsylvanian-age sedimentary rock formations — layers of sandstone, shale, and limestone that naturally filter groundwater as it moves through the earth. The Steubenville area has a long history of settlement dating back to the late 18th century, and natural springs like this one have historically served as important freshwater sources for local residents. The spring sits at an elevation consistent with the rolling hills of eastern Ohio, near the West Virginia border. Steubenville Township takes its name from Fort Steuben, which was built in 1786 to protect government surveyors and named after Baron Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben, a Prussian-born American Revolutionary War hero. Springs throughout this region have been used as community water sources for generations, and Steuben Spring continues that tradition as a publicly accessible drinking spring. ## What to Expect Steuben Spring is classified as a public drinking spring, suggesting it has been used by the local community as a water source. Visitors have historically relied on springs in this part of Ohio for their reportedly clean and refreshing water, though water quality can vary with weather and seasonal conditions. The surrounding landscape of Steubenville Township features the gently rolling terrain typical of eastern Ohio's Appalachian foothills, with mixed hardwood forests and pastoral farmland. The area experiences four distinct seasons — spring and fall tend to offer the most pleasant visiting conditions, while winter freezing may affect water flow or accessibility. The GPS coordinates for the spring are approximately 40.3402°N, 80.6230°W, which places it in the rural outskirts of the Steubenville area. Visitors should be prepared for a rural setting and are encouraged to check local conditions before making the trip, especially during winter months when roads in the area may be affected by weather.