About This Spring
## Overview The Water Place is a private drinking spring located just east of Watertown, New York, in Jefferson County. This coin-operated water station offers visitors access to spring water via a spigot system — similar to how a coin-operated dryer works at a laundromat. For just 25 cents, you get five minutes of water flow, making it an affordable option for filling up jugs and containers with locally sourced spring water. The spring has historically been a popular stop for area residents who prefer spring water over municipal tap water. Visitors have reported that the water tastes clean and fresh, and the location has long served as a convenient fill-up point for those passing through the Watertown area. ## Directions 1. From Watertown, head east on **Route 12**. 2. Continue to the intersection of **Route 12** and **County Route 159**. 3. The Water Place is located at or near this intersection — look for the spigot station. The GPS coordinates (43.950745, −75.873802) place the spring just east of Watertown, which aligns with the Route 12 / County Route 159 junction. ## What to Expect This is a **pay-to-fill** location, so come prepared with quarters. The spigot is coin-operated: insert 25 cents for five minutes of water flow. There is no attendant — the system is self-service. Bring plenty of quarters and your own containers (jugs, carboys, or bottles) to fill up. Because this is a private spring, access and availability may vary. It's a good idea to have containers ready to go so you can make the most of each five-minute cycle. The setup is straightforward and well-suited for anyone looking to stock up on spring water while traveling through the Watertown area of northern New York.
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43.950745, 75.873802
Directions
Community SubmittedDirections 1. From Watertown, head east on **Route 12**. 2. Continue to the intersection of **Route 12** and **County Route 159**. 3. The Water Place is located at or near this intersection — look for the spigot station.
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Tips
Bring empty jugs or bottles to fill up.
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Always test or filter water from natural springs before drinking. Water quality can change seasonally.
Bring your own containers. A portable water filter like a LifeStraw is recommended.
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