Shoaff's Mill - Little Buffalo State Park - Pennsylvania
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miatabug
N 40° 27.302 W 077° 10.165
18T E 316047 N 4480523
Quick Description: This mill was built in the 1830's and remained in operation until the 1940's.
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 10/20/2008 4:09:42 PM
Waymark Code: WM506P
Views: 32
Long Description:
This mill has been used to grind wheat, buckwheat, cornmeal, and livestock feed. It was originally built by John McKeehan and James McGowan. In 1849 the Shoaff family purchased the mill and operated it until the 1940's. In 1966 the mill and adjacent property was sold to Pennsylvania DCNR and became a part of the Little Buffalo State Park. The mill is functional and is operated for demonstrations and educational events.
Current Status: Still In Use
Current Use: Demonstrations and education
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Visit Instructions:
Provide a picture of the water mill with either yourself or your GPS visible. Name and brief history would be nice ONLY if not provided already.
