| Welcome to Pataha Flour Mills! |
The 3 story wooden frame mill originally used water power from Bihmaier Creek using turbines to run two sets of granite millstones. In 1889, the mill changed over to a roller operation when the mill was enlarged. The historic mill, which has been known most of its existence as the Houser Mill, produced flour that was in demand locally and in distant markets such as San Francisco, where it was used in the manufacture of macaroni. |
The large mill, located in the heart of the Palouse country of Washington State long famous for growing wheat on a large scale, obtained notoriety for its flour of high gluten content. The mill closed its doors to milling flour in 1943, although much equipment remains in excellent condition today. Work on bringing the mill back to a condition where it could once again be open to the public began in summer 1998. In addition to tours, the mill includes a gift shop, restaurant, and a historic camera collection. |
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The Mill is located at 50 Hutchens Hill Rd in Pataha City, a small community in the Palouse, 30 miles west of Clarkston, Washington, on US 12. |
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