Hurricane Mills Rural Historic District

Hurricane Mills Rural Historic District is a 300-acre rural area in Humphreys County containing five historic buildings, four structures, and two sites along Hurricane Creek. The ensemble includes a mill building, a concrete-faced dam, and a notable steel truss bridge from 1911.

The district formed around 1871 and developed as a mill site, with the main building constructed between 1897 and 1910. The concrete-faced dam followed in 1912 and regulated the creek to power the mill's machinery.

The buildings in the district reflect how a rural community centered around shared spaces, with the general store and post office serving as gathering places for residents. These structures give visitors a sense of daily life as it unfolded in this part of Tennessee.

The site is easily accessible by car and the paths between buildings are walkable on foot. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear since the ground can be uneven and the area is exposed to the elements.

Most of the site has been privately owned by a country music performer since the late 1960s and is cared for by her family. This private stewardship has helped preserve the area from significant changes.

Location: Humphreys County

Inception: 1871

Part of: Hurricane Mills

Address: 44 Hurricane Mills Rd, Hurricane Mills, TN 37078

GPS coordinates: 35.97110,-87.78141

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:07