Hess Mill

Aka Penrose Mill

Hess Mill

George McCullough built the first mill here circa 1743. Israel Penrose became the owneer in 1827. Joseph Penrose built the current structure in 1842. The mill became Hess’s mill when John “Jack” Hess acquired the property in 1882.

The mill is located at 1699 Furniss Road, Drumore, PA.

Built1842
Structure2.5 Story Frame
Water SourceFishing Creek
TownshipDrumore
TypeFlour/Grist/Saw
Headrace1,500 feet
TailraceShort
Dam Height6 Feet
Power1 Overshot
Capacity8 bbl/day