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
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.
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
 
Contacts
Name Phone Alt Phone Email Website
715.262.3284
 
Map
 
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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