Site of Fort McKavett
Established March 14, 1852 by the United States war department as a protection to frontier settlers against hostile Indians. Named in honor of Captain Henry McKavett, who fell at the Battle of Monterrey, September 21, 1846. Evacuated by federal troops, March 22, 1859. Reoccupied April 1, 1868. Abandoned June 30, 1883.
30.8248° N, 100.1108° W
Where to Find It
at entrance to Ft. McKavett from Menard take US 190 17 miles W to FM 864, take 864 6 miles SW to Fort McKavett.
Nearby Markers
- 0.4 mi E Sentry Building Menard
- 1.3 mi W Colonel Black Ranch House Eldorado