Mercord Mill Park
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Vertical lift bridge at Mercord Mill Park
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Vertical left bridge Gear House
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Mercord Mill Park
 
Details
Attraction
Location
Body of Water: Mississippi River
Trail Name: Inland Waterways
Nearest Address: Front Street North
Nearest City: Prescott
County: Pierce
Zip Code: 54021
Latitude: N 44°44.84280'
Longitude: W -092°48.10758'
Attraction
Features
Open to public?: Yes
Mooring buoy?: No
Mooring buoy in place?: No
Snorkelable?: No
Dive guide?: No
Trails sign?: No
National Register?: No
Attraction
Description
Located at the confluence of the St. Croix and Mississippi River, a sawmill was located at this site in 1852, and later the Mercord family ran a flour mil at this location. There is a historic marker installed by Prescott at this location, as well as one installed by the Mercord family. Other attractions here include the Vertical-lift Bridge Gear House, a good view of the unique railroad bridge over the St. Croix, as well as a good view of the confluence of the rivers.
 
Contacts
Name Phone Alt Phone Email Website
715.262.3284
 
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Nearby
Attractions (4)
Great River Road Visitor and Learning Center
Mercord Mill Park
Mural of the Riverboat President
Prescott Historical Society Museum
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