Adel in Cook County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Adel Lime Sink
Photographed By David Seibert, January 23, 2011
1. Adel Lime Sink Marker
The origin of both this lake and its name are a mystery as the source of water is unknown and analysis has shown no lime in the soil. The lake which reputedly “has no bottom” formerly served as a baptismal pool for the adjacent Salem Primitive Baptist Church built in 1859. The church organized in that year was given the lake and three acres of land by David G. Hutchinson. The area has been restored to its natural beauty by the Adel Womans Club. During the early history of Adel this site served as a social center for the entire community and many generations of children have fished from the lake’s banks.Erected 1955 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 037-2.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Natural Features. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1859.
Location. 31° 8.268′ N, 83° 25.207′ W. Marker is in Adel, Georgia, in Cook County. Marker is at the intersection of East Fourth Street (Georgia Route 37) and
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Old United States Post Office, Adel, Georgia (approx. 0.2 miles away); SOWEGA Building (approx. 0.2 miles away); Cook County Courthouse (approx. ¼ mile away); Cook County Tornado of 2017 (approx. ¼ mile away); Cook County (approx. ¼ mile away); Cook County Veterans Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away); Old Coffee Road (approx. 6.3 miles away); Reed Bingham State Park Bridge (approx. 7.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Adel.
Regarding Adel Lime Sink. The small lime sink is on the property of the Salem Primitive Baptist Church, also known as the Lime Sink Church, one block south on South Gordon Street.
Photographed By David Seibert, January 23, 2011
2. Adel Lime Sink Marker
Looking west on East Fourth Street (Georgia Highway 37) toward downtown Adel.
Photographed By David Seibert, January 23, 2011
3. Adel Lime Sink Marker
Looking east on East Fourth Street (Georgia Highway 37), with Woodlawn Cemetery, which adjoins the Lime Sink and the Salem Primitive Baptist Church.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on February 20, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 1,942 times since then and 155 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 20, 2011, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
