
About This Spring
## Overview This roadside public drinking spring is located along Gassaway Road near Woodbury, Tennessee, in Cannon County. Situated in the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee, the spring sits right beside the road, making it one of the more easily accessible natural water sources in the area. Cannon County is known for its karst topography — a landscape shaped by the dissolution of soluble bedrock like limestone — which gives rise to numerous springs and underground waterways throughout the region. Locals and travelers have historically used roadside springs like this one as convenient sources of fresh water. The spring is found at an elevation consistent with the hilly terrain along Highway 53, near the intersection with Hill Top Lane. While no formal name has been recorded for this spring, it has been identified by the community as a public drinking spring. As with any natural, untreated water source, visitors should be aware that water quality can vary with weather and seasonal conditions. ## Directions 1. From downtown Woodbury, Tennessee, head northeast on **Highway 53 (Gassaway Road)** toward Carthage. 2. Travel approximately **half a mile** from town. 3. Watch for the spring on the **right-hand side** of the road — it is located right beside the roadway and is visible from the car. 4. The nearest address for GPS navigation is **391 Hill Top Lane, Woodbury, TN 37190**. 5. GPS coordinates: **35.830265, -86.049672**. ## What to Expect This is a simple, no-frills roadside spring — there are no trails to hike or facilities to navigate. The spring is immediately adjacent to the road, so you can pull over and access it without any significant walk. The surrounding landscape features the gentle, wooded hills characteristic of Cannon County's countryside. Because the spring is right on the road, it's easy to stop by on your way through the area. Visitors have used this spring as a public drinking water source, though the water is untreated and unmonitored, so conditions may change over time. Flow may vary seasonally, with stronger output typically seen during wetter months in spring and winter. There is no designated parking area, so use caution when pulling off the road. The rural setting along Highway 53 generally sees light traffic, but be mindful of passing vehicles when stopping.
Getting There
Address
391, Hill Top Ln, Woodbury, TN 37190, US
GPS Coordinates
35.830265, -86.049672
Directions
Community SubmittedDirections 1. From downtown Woodbury, Tennessee, head northeast on **Highway 53 (Gassaway Road)** toward Carthage. 2. Travel approximately **half a mile** from town. 3. Watch for the spring on the **right-hand side** of the road — it is located right beside the roadway and is visible from the car. 4. The nearest address for
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Tips
Bring empty jugs or bottles to fill up.
Accessible by road — pull off carefully.
Parking available nearby.
Safety Info
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.
Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.