Columbus in Muscogee County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Leonard Spring
Columbus’ Original Source of Water
Photographed By David Seibert, April 17, 2004
1. Leonard Spring Marker
In 1839 citizens first called for the development of a water works system. On this site is located the original source of water for drinking and general household use for Columbus. Beginning in 1844, Leonard Spring, with a discharge of 200,000 gallons a day, provided water to the City through a series of wooden pipes. Water was piped to Broad Street by way of Randolph Street, now known as 12th Street. In the 1880's city water was obtained from Lee County, Alabama. The present water plant on River Road was built in 1916. Since 1844, an ample supply of water has been one of Columbus' greatest assets and a vital fuel for its growth.Erected 1989 by Historic Chattahoochee Commission and the Columbus Water Works.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Bridges & Viaducts • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1839.
Location. 32° 29.15′ N, 84° 57.762′ W. Marker is in Columbus, Georgia, in Muscogee County. Marker is on Country Club Road, 0 miles
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within one mile of this marker, measured as the crow flies. “Wildwood” (approx. 0.2 miles away); St. Elmo (approx. 0.3 miles away); He Helped Bring And Keep Fort Benning (approx. 0.7 miles away); Carson McCullers (approx. 0.8 miles away); Eugene J. Bullard, 1895-1961 / World’s First Black Combat Aviator (approx. 0.9 miles away); Secondary Industrial School (approx. 0.9 miles away); The Cedars (approx. 0.9 miles away); Wynnton School Library (approx. 1.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Columbus.
May 21, 2016
2. Leonard Spring Marker
May 21, 2016
3. Leonard Spring Marker
The marker is in the center in this view, on the front lawn of the private residence at 2001 Country Club Road.
May 21, 2016
4. A current view of the Leonard Spring
The current owner is kind enough to show the actual spring to interested visitors.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 16, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 1,219 times since then and 71 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on September 16, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 21, 2016, by J. Makali Bruton of Accra, Ghana. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
