Rock Springs, Missouri facts for kids
Rock Springs is a small place in St. Francois County, Missouri, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community," which means it's a group of homes and buildings that aren't officially part of a city or town government.
What's in a Name?
The name "Rock Springs" comes from a natural spring in the area. This spring was named because of a large boulder or rock near it. Sometimes, people also called the place "Rock Spring" without the 's' at the end.
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