Old Mill at Pigeon Forge, TN
Posted by: vhasler
N 35° 47.320 W 083° 33.237
17S E 269181 N 3963518
The water wheel at the "Old Mill" is still functional in grinding corn during summer months for sale to tourists...
Waymark Code: WM6BA4
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 05/07/2009
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From the mill's website (
Link):
"In the early 1800's, a water-powered gristmill on the banks of the Little Pigeon River became one of the main hubs of activity in the small mountain community of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. In those days, the mill faithfully produced the meals and flours that were crucial for the day-to-day existence of the Smokies' early settlers. In fact, The Old Mill even furnished electricity for the town until 1935.
One of The Old Mill's most distinctive features is the giant water wheel that harnesses the flow of the Little Pigeon River. Inside the structure, an antiquated yet reliable system of shafts, belts, and pulleys still gets the job done, working to turn the 4600-pound stones and grain elevators.
See also Water Mill Waymark WM5MB2 and National Register Waymark WM5M0H for this same location.
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