Gilreath's Mill is also known as Heller's Mill, Bruce's Mill, and Taylor's Mill. Located on South Carolina Highway 101 near Greer, the 2+1/2-story mill sits on stone pillars. While it was likely built around 1814, records confirm its existence as far back as 1839.
The building was built by Joel Bruce and includes two gable-roof sheds added to the north end of the original structure. The water wheel is located to the southwest of the building. It is one of the few remaining original mills that once provided staple foods, producing both cornmeal and flour.
Beyond its industrial purpose, the mill provided a place for rural residents to congregate. Today, it remains a significant piece of industrial heritage in Greenville County, standing as a rare survivor of the region's milling history.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons
Written by Kyle McLonely
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