Wissler’s Mill

Aka Lincoln Mill

Wissler's Mill

John Jacob and Hannah Groff built the first mill here about 1733. It came into the Wissler family by marriage in 1767. Christian and Jacob Wissler built the current structure in 1843. Milling operations ended in 1918. The mill is currently in good condition and is being used as storage for Clayton Martin and Sons, General Contractors.

Built1843
Structure3.5 Story Stone
Dimensions40 x 50
TypeFlour/Grist
Headrace600 feet
Tailrace500 feet
Dam Height6 feet
Power2 Turbines, 1 Overshot
Capacity10 bbl/day
SPOOMPA-036-009
Water SourceMiddle Creek
WatershedCocalico Creek
TownshipClay
Location40.200354, -76.244372