Spring Mill

Aka Zug’s / Grube’s Mill


The Spring mill is so called because it’s water source came from a nearby spring. It is included in the Conestoga watershed because it’s tailrace emptied into the Conestoga. David Zug built this mill around the year 1823. Milling operations ended in the early 20th century.

Builtc1823
Structure2.5 Story Stone
Dimensions40 x 50
TypeFlour/Grist
Headrace1,500 feet
Tailrace1,300 feet
Dam Height8 feet
Power1 Overshot
Capacity15 bbl / day
SPOOM IDPA-036-061
Water SourceSpring
WatershedConestoga River
TownshipCaernarvon
Location40.138193, -75.912417
DispositionBusiness