Jasper Mills, Ohio facts for kids

Jasper Mills is a small, unincorporated community in Fayette County, Ohio, United States. It's located in Jasper Township, about three miles west of Washington Court House. You can find Jasper Mills along U.S. Route 22.

You can find Jasper Mills on maps like the Milledgeville U.S. Geological Survey Map. It is in the Eastern Time Zone. Its exact location is 39°31'6"N latitude and 83°31'17"W longitude. Many other towns and cities are nearby, with Washington Court House being the closest.

History of Jasper Mills

Jasper Mills began around the year 1854. This was when the railroad was built and extended to this area, helping the community grow.

The community got its name from two things. First, there was a gristmill operating there, which is a mill that grinds grain into flour. Second, it was named after Jasper Township, the area where it is located.

A post office opened in Jasper Mills in 1857. It served the community for many years before closing in 1876.

Understanding the Climate

To get an idea of the weather in Jasper Mills, we can look at information from the Port Columbus International Airport. This airport is about 47 miles away.

While the airport gives a good general idea, the exact weather in Jasper Mills might be a little different. The climate information is based on weather reports collected over a long period, from 1985 to 2015.

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  Jasper Mills community sign

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  Looking west on U.S. Route 22 in Jasper Mills