Walton's Spring - Jefferson County, KY, US
N 38° 14.583 W 085° 43.036
16S E 612250 N 4233560
Located in Cave Hill Cemetery Louisville Kentucky.
Waymark Code: WMTQ5M
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 12/28/2016
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The Walton family owned and occupied a storehouse which was used during the civil war in the 1860's. The structure was located north of this spring. The improved spring maintained a constant temperature of 53-degrees and was used for drinking and keeping perishable items cool during summer months.
7th Magnitude Spring
Located during Cave Hill Cemetery tour.
Public or Private Land?: Public
Public Land Fees?: 0
Private Land access?: Not on private land
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Visit Instructions:
Please post an original picture of the springs no GPS necessary along with your observations of the spring. What wildlife you saw if any and the condition of the springs. Water level was high, low. The area was clean, trashy ect. Any other knowledge or experiences you have had with this paticular spring that would help document it's history.