Blue Springs, City in Jackson County, Missouri, US.
Blue Springs spans across 22.35 square miles of land, situated 19 miles east of Kansas City at an elevation of 974 feet above sea level.
Franklin Smith established the first post office in 1845, marking the beginning of Blue Springs as a permanent settlement near natural water springs.
The city holds regular council meetings and community gatherings at Fleming Park, fostering connections among its 58,604 residents from different backgrounds.
Interstate 70 provides direct access to the city, while local public transportation services connect residents to neighboring metropolitan areas.
The Blue Surf Bay Waterpark received recognition from the World Waterpark Association for its innovative recreational facilities and programs.
Location: Jackson County
Inception: 1880
Elevation above the sea: 297 m
Website: http://bluespringsgov.com
GPS coordinates: 39.01778,-94.27444
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:01
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