Brightwell Mill

Brightwell Mill is in Amherst County, not far from Galts Mill.

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James River Line - Stapleton

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New coal cars on new roadbed at Stapleton.

Galts Mill

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Galts Mill is immediately adjacent to the old canal at Beck Creek.

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Stonework at the Beck Creek aqueduct

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The massive stone foundation is the only reason the mill has stood since 1813.

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The water wheel turned gears which drove a shaft that powered the machinery.

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The west end of the mill was a grocery and farm supply store.

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Steps up to the miller's house

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