[1] It is part of the Benton census-designated place for statistical purposes.

[4] The Benton post office opened at the place in 1886.

[3] The town saw its heyday from 1862 to 1889 as a supply center for nearby mines.

[3] Of the springs at the site, one was described in a 1915 book as issuing water at 135 °F (57 °C).

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