MAG America the Beautiful Quarters SET # 2
2010 S SILVER HOT SPRINGS

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This protection as a reservation area occurred in 1832, making it the first land set aside by the government for the public’s use. Unfortunately, this designation did little to stop the exploitation of the resources and many of the hot springs were diverted into private bathhouses.Finally, in 1877, the US Government initiated steps to preserve the area for future generations by assuming control of the springs. It still allowed private bathhouses to use the water, but controlled the flow with a government run plumbing system.In 1921, Congress changed the name of the area to Hot Springs National Park and continues to oversee the use of the resources even today.