Millport Roller Mill

Millport Roller Mill

Benjamin Steamant built a sawmill here in the 1800s. The mill was later converted to a grist mill. In 1881, it collapsed under the weight of the grain that was stored in the upper floors. It was rebuilt, only to be destroyed by fire a few years later. Samuel Kafroth rebuilt the mill in 1885.

In 1924, this mill produced 6,000 barrels of flour. Today, it is part of the Millport Conservancy. The mill dam has been removed and the Lititz Run has been restored to its original stream bed. It now is a popular trout stream and hiking area.

Built1885
Structure2.5 Story Stone /
Frame
Dimensions60 x 80
TypeFlour/Grist/Saw
Headrace1,700 feet
Tailrace2,500 feet
Dam Height16 feet
Power2 Turbines
Capacity50 bbl / day
SPOOM IDPA-036-022
Water SourceLititz Run
WatershedConestoga River
TownshipWarwick
DispositionVenue
Location40.134627, -76.256589