Comal Springs (Texas)

Comal Springs
The largest of the Comal Springs form the headwaters of the Comal River.
LocationNew Braunfels, Texas, US
Coordinates29°42′59″N 98°08′01″W / 29.7164°N 98.1336°W / 29.7164; -98.1336
Spring sourceEdwards Aquifer
Elevation620 feet (190 m) above sea level
TypeKarst spring
Provides water forComal River
Magnitude1
Discharge318 cubic feet per second (9,000 L/s)

Comal Springs (/ˈkoʊmæl/ KOH-mal) are the largest concentration of naturally occurring freshwater springs in Texas. They are located in the city of New Braunfels and are the result of water percolating through the Edwards Aquifer formation.

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