These fabulous stone arches were probably quarried nearby on the property. They were at
the base for the brick Cotton mill that rose above them in 1839. Stonework from the rear
wall of the mill is visible in the background.
  The right arch is barely visible at the center front base
of the main mill building next to the tail race. Shortly
after this the water rights were sold to Virginia Power.
The Mill, pictured below from the railroad crossing, was
shut down, and the building burned. Most of the bricks
were carted off.
 These 2 views toward the river demonstrate the harmony and beauty of local stone
with the natural vegetation, regardless of the contrasting colors of autumn and spring.     
     The Property has been carefully maintained  over the years. The tree in the lower
picture fell across the arches and was then removed.
 Years ago this entire site was completely overgrown, and the arches had a huge
sycamore tree clinging to and threatening  them. It was surgically removed and the
entire property was cleaned up and transformed with walking paths along the river.