Cave Spring, Georgia facts for kids
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Cave Spring, Georgia
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Downtown Cave Spring
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Location in Floyd County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Floyd |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.68 sq mi (9.54 km2) |
| • Land | 3.67 sq mi (9.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
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| • Total | 1,174 |
| • Density | 320.15/sq mi (123.61/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
30124
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| Area code(s) | 706/762 |
| FIPS code | 13-14108 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0355041 |
Cave Spring is a small city in Floyd County, Georgia, United States. It is about 17 miles (27 km) southwest of Rome, which is the main city in the county. In 2020, about 1,174 people lived there.
The city gets its name from a special natural limestone cave and a mineral spring. This spring is the main source of drinking water for Cave Spring and nearby areas. The water from the spring flows into a rock pond in Rolater Park. It then goes into a large swimming pool made of stones. People can even bring their own jugs to fill up with fresh spring water to take home!
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Where is Cave Spring Located?
Cave Spring is in the southwestern part of Floyd County. It is located at 34°6′32″N 85°20′10″W / 34.10889°N 85.33611°W. U.S. Route 411 goes through the city. This road leads northeast 17 miles (27 km) to Rome and west 46 miles (74 km) to Gadsden, Alabama. The border of Alabama is only about 5 miles (8.0 km) west of Cave Spring.
Georgia State Route 100 also passes through the city. It goes north 12 miles (19 km) to Coosa and southeast 11 miles (18 km) to Cedartown. The city of Cave Spring covers about 4.1 square miles (10.5 km2) of land. Only a small part, about 0.36%, is water.
A Look Back: History of Cave Spring
The town of Cave Spring was officially founded in 1832. However, people lived in this area much earlier. Long ago, Native American tribes like the Cherokee used this spot. Legends say they used the spring for drinking water, important meetings, and games.
Early settlers, including Baptists, founded the town. The clear water spring was very important to them. Today, the spring still provides drinking water for the city. It is now delivered by a modern pumping system. The water has even won awards for its purity and taste!
The spring water comes from inside the cave. It flows into a small rock pool, which is separate from a larger duck pond. Both ponds are right outside the cave entrance. A man-made rock wall stands in front of the cave. These improvements were added when the area became Rolater Park in 1921.
The wall leads to a lobby, then to the natural cave entrance. Inside, the cave gets wider. It has cool limestone formations. One large formation is called the Devil's Stool. There is also a staircase inside the cave. This lets visitors see the formations from above.
The park area was once home to schools. These included the Cave Spring Manual Labor School, later called Hearn Academy. The Georgia School for the Deaf also used the site. During the Civil War in 1864, soldiers from both sides came to Cave Spring. They used it as a hospital and a place to rest.
Cave Spring has many old homes and buildings. These include the Presbyterian Church from 1867. There is also an old train depot from 1880. Many 19th-century hotels and boarding houses still stand.
Who Lives in Cave Spring?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 835 | — | |
| 1890 | 952 | 14.0% | |
| 1900 | 824 | −13.4% | |
| 1910 | 805 | −2.3% | |
| 1920 | 738 | −8.3% | |
| 1930 | 723 | −2.0% | |
| 1940 | 982 | 35.8% | |
| 1950 | 959 | −2.3% | |
| 1960 | 1,153 | 20.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,305 | 13.2% | |
| 1980 | 883 | −32.3% | |
| 1990 | 950 | 7.6% | |
| 2000 | 975 | 2.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,200 | 23.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,174 | −2.2% | |
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Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Cave Spring has changed over the years. In 1880, there were 835 residents. The population grew to 1,200 by 2010. In the most recent 2020 United States census, 1,174 people lived in the city.
What is the Population Like?
As of the 2020 census, there were 1,174 people living in Cave Spring. These people made up 459 households. About 260 families lived in the city.
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 970 | 82.62% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 122 | 10.39% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.17% |
| Asian | 8 | 0.68% |
| Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.09% |
| Other/Mixed | 43 | 3.66% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 28 | 2.39% |
Schools in Cave Spring
Cave Spring is part of the Floyd County School District. Cave Spring Elementary School used to be in the city but closed in 2022. Students now attend Coosa Middle School and Coosa High School.
Cave Spring is also home to the Georgia School for the Deaf. This school was started in 1846. It is a special school funded by the state. It helps students who are deaf or have hearing problems. The school makes sure they get the right education. During the Civil War, the Georgia School for the Deaf building was used as a hospital.
Famous People from Cave Spring
- Horace Alton White was born in Cave Spring.
See also
In Spanish: Cave Spring para niños
