Beaver Mills, also known as Beaver Meadow, is a ghost town in Mobile County, Alabama, with a history rooted in the 19th century. Below is detailed information about the town:
County: Mobile County
Zip Code: Not available
Latitude / Longitude: 30.96972° N, 88.23472° W
Elevation: 98 feet (30 meters)
Time Zone: Central Time Zone (UTC-6; UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time)
Established: Mid-19th century
Disestablished: Early 20th century
Comments: Beaver Mills was the site of a paper mill that played a significant role during the American Civil War. The mill was repurposed as a uniform depot for the Confederate army. After the war, the surplus uniforms were utilized in the production of bonded paper. A post office operated under the name Beaver Meadow from 1890 to 1906.
Remains: The mill structure still stands today, along with tall stone walls. Uniform buttons can be found scattered throughout the area, remnants of its historical past. The surrounding woods have largely reclaimed the abandoned town.
Current Status: Abandoned; classified as a ghost town
Remarks: Beaver Mills is located near U.S. Route 45, south of Citronelle. The site is on private property, and permission is required to enter. Bridges leading into the town have been removed to prevent trespassing.
