Mill Details

Layfield Mill

Montgomery Co. | Pennsylvania | USA
Known Dates: 1760
Township: New Hanover Twp.
Watersource: Swamp Creek.
Location / Directions

Layfield Mill

Just after the junction of Pa 663 & Pa 73, cross bridge over Swamp creek and turn right onto Ludwig Rd. The mill is on the right at the corner.

Verse for Thought
"Let your light so shine before men, that they they see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven."
({Matthew 5:16 NKJV})
Layfield Mill
Jim Miller 01/1987

The 3.5 story, 40'x50'limestone/stucco mill is right in the center of the almost forgotten hamlet of Layfield.

Layfield Mill
Jim Miller 06/23/2007

Earlier known as Binder, Walter's, and Godshall's Mill.

Layfield Mill
Robert T. Kinsey 09/28/2006

Was known as Maaks Mill according to a 1770's map of the area. Miller's house is nearby.

Layfield Mill
Robert T. Kinsey 09/28/2006

The rear of the mill.

Layfield Mill
Jim Miller 06/23/2007

The inlet arch for waters from Swamp Creek, that provided access to the mill for its operation.

Layfield Mill
Robert T. Kinsey 09/28/2006

Miller's house across Ludwig Road from the front of the mill.

Layfield Mill
Robert T. Kinsey 09/28/2006

Millstone steps at the entrance to the miller's house on Ludwig Road at Pa 663.

Layfield Mill
Jim Miller 06/23/2007

The miller's house from the headrace area beside the mill.

Layfield Mill
Jim Miller 06/23/2007

The miller's house from Pa 663 at Hickory Park. The mill is toward the right, out of the picture.

 
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