Fountain, Municipality in El Paso County, Colorado, United States
Fountain is a city in El Paso County, Colorado, situated at approximately 1,700 meters in elevation. It extends south from Colorado Springs and displays a blend of rural origins with growing urban development.
The city was founded in 1859 and initially served as a railroad shipping center for local ranches and farms. The year 1888 brought a tragic train accident known as 'The Blast,' which marked a turning point in the city's development.
The city takes its name from Fountain Creek, a stream running through the area that has shaped the landscape since early settlement. Visitors can sense the railroad connection through local monuments and events that recall when trains defined daily life here.
The city is served by municipal buses connecting to nearby institutions like Pikes Peak State College. The Bustang intercity network provides additional connections to other areas of Colorado for broader travel options.
The city received the designation 'America's Millennium City' from the New York Times in 1999 and was recognized as an All-America City by the National Civic League in 2002. These honors reflect local efforts toward community advancement and civic engagement.
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