Wolverton Mill

It was 1921 when Edwin T. Wolverton constructed a mill to crush gold ore in the Henry Mountains, completing a dream that began 20 years earlier. He built a large table saw at one end of the mill, making the Wolverton Mill unique because it combined ore-crushing and woodcutting under one roof.  

Wolverton came to the area in search of a legendary Spanish gold mine. Today, the Spanish gold is still just a legend, but the mill has been restored and relocated to the BLM office in Hanksville, Utah, known as the Henry Mountains Field Station. Our staff would be happy to help answer any questions about the mill or its history.

Drinking water and restrooms are available at this location.

Accessibility Description (ABA/ADA)

UT-Wolverton Mill Accessibility Features

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There is a large paved and unstriped parking lot for visitors to the mill. Although none of the spaces are designated as accessible, the entire parking area should be suitable for people who use wheelchairs and other mobility devices. Two accessible gender-specific flush toilets with sinks are adjacent to the parking area, and an accessible drinking fountain is attached to the exterior wall of the restroom facility. 

An interpretive panel sits on pavement near the parking lot. It is at a height appropriate for visitors who use mobility devices. 

From the parking area, a concrete walkway leading to the right transitions to compacted gravel and goes up a slight incline (with a slope of less than 5 percent) to the entrance of the mill. This gravel walkway extends around the exterior of the mill and also passes through the mill’s interior. Although one area inside the structure is flat and accessible, most of the interior is not accessible because of steps between levels.   

A picnic table rests on a concrete pad by the mill. It has sufficient room at either end to accommodate visitors in wheelchairs. There is no shade structure covering the picnic area. 

A drinking water spigot is located on the corner of the BLM office next to the mill. However, the pavement around the spigot has been compromised, and the graveled area leading up to the spigot may be challenging for visitors with mobility impairments. 

Descriptions and photos uploaded August 2024. Please note that actual on-the-ground conditions may vary due to natural events (e.g., weather, wildfires, erosion), normal wear and tear, or site improvements.   

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Addresses

380 South 100 West
Hanksville
Utah
84734

Geographic Coordinates

38.366705, -110.717729

Directions

380 South 100 West Hanksville, Utah