OPRD Announces Restoration Efforts Underway At Historic Tub Springs
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is beginning restoration measures at the historic water feature at Tub Springs State Wayside, located along Green Springs Highway southeast of Ashland.
To protect the integrity of the site and prevent further deterioration, the historic stone tubs will be temporarily covered, and water will not be flowing through the tubs during this phase of restoration.
The decision follows earlier findings from the Oregon Health Authority, which determined that water at the site was no longer suitable for drinking due to high turbidity and a reclassification from groundwater to surface water. Restoration efforts require the tubs to be covered to safeguard the historic structures and prepare the site for long-term stabilization.
Tub Springs has served travelers since the 19th century, offering a scenic rest area along the Applegate Trail.
Posted on 10/1/26 2:43PM by Alex Bauer
