Brownstown Mill

Aka Wolf’s Mill

Brownstown Mill

This mill began operations as Wenger’s grist mill as early as 1730. Jacob and Lavina Wolf built the current structure in 1856. It continued to operate as a grist mill until the early 20th century when it was converted to generate electricity. It generated power for Brownstown, Talmage, and Farmersville until 1923. Today it serves as a private residence.

Built1856
Structure3.5 Story Stone
Dimensions50 x 60
TypeFlour/Grist/Saw
Headrace750 feet
Tailrace150 feet
Dam Height5 feet
Power2 turbines
Capacity75 bbl /day
SPOOM IDPA-036-071
Water SourceConestoga
WatershedConestoga River
TownshipWest Earl
DispositionResidence
Location40.127667, -76.199212