SPRINGFIELD

Historical Landmark

Description:
Springfield received its name from the abundant springs gushing from limestone boulders. The town with its stores, shops, and hotel built around a plaza once boasted 2,000 inhabitants. It is believed to have been founded by Dona Josefa Valmesada, a Mexican woman of means with the reputation of aiding Americans in the war with Mexico. During the town's heyday, 150 miners' carts could be seen on the road, hauling gold-bearing dirt to Springfield springs for washing.

Registration Date: 3/16/1949

Location:
City: Columbia
County: Tuolumne

Directions:
At intersection of Springfield and Horseshoe Bend Rds, 1.1 mi SW of Columbia

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