2006 Springwood Cemetery

2006 Springwood Cemetery

Park Plan

The 2006 "Preservation Assessment and Plan for Springwood Cemetery" by Chicora Foundation provides a comprehensive strategy for preserving Greenville's historic Springwood Cemetery. Key issues identified include deferred maintenance, deteriorating monuments, and landscape damage. Immediate priorities involve repairing unstable monuments that pose safety risks, addressing hazardous sidewalks and lighting, and caring for fragile trees and shrubbery. Medium-term actions focus on improving staffing for consistent upkeep, maintaining historical features, and curbing vandalism. The plan also highlights the importance of preserving the cemetery’s historic integrity through controlled modifications and regular inspections. Funding is suggested from city budgets and possible grants.

**Keywords**: cemetery preservation, deferred maintenance, historical integrity, safety repairs, landscape care
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Chicora Research Foundation

2006