Deep Springs, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Deep Springs
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Deep Springs Valley from Gilbert Pass
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 Deep Springs
Location in California
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Inyo County |
| Elevation | 5,194 ft (1,583 m) |
Deep Springs is a small, quiet place in Inyo County, California. It's known for its natural springs, which are like underground water sources that bubble up to the surface. These springs were very important long ago for watering crops and land.
Deep Springs is located in the northeastern part of Deep Springs Valley. It's about 22 miles (35 km) east of a town called Bishop. The area is pretty high up, about 5,194 feet (1,583 meters) above sea level.
The land where Deep Springs is located has a long history. It lies within the traditional lands of the Western Bands of the Shoshone Nation of Indians.
What are Artesian Springs?
Deep Springs is famous for its artesian springs. An artesian spring is a natural spring where water flows up to the surface without needing a pump. This happens because of natural pressure underground. The water comes from an aquifer, which is an underground layer of rock or soil that holds water. The water in an artesian aquifer is trapped between layers of non-water-holding rock. This creates pressure, pushing the water upwards when it finds a way out, like a crack in the ground.
History of Deep Springs
The area was once called "Deep Spring" before its name changed to "Deep Springs." The springs themselves, which gave the place its name, are now called Buckhorn Springs.
A post office operated in Deep Springs for several years. It was open from 1881 to 1883 and then again from 1920 to 1953. This shows that people lived and worked in the area during those times.
Deep Springs College
Even though it's called Deep Springs College, the school isn't right at the exact spot of the springs. Deep Springs College is a very unique and small college located in Deep Springs Valley. It's known for its special program where students study and also work on a cattle ranch and alfalfa farm.
