Fort Lincoln (1)

 (1849-1852) - Established 7 Jul 1849 by Maj. James Longstreet, 8th U.S. Infantry, and named for Capt. George Lincoln, Co. E, 8th U.S. Infantry, who was killed in the Mexican War. The fort was abandoned 20 Jul 1852 as the frontier moved further west.



Fort Lincoln History
In 1851 the fort had buildings for two companies, a commissary, two storehouses and a hospital. Water was first obtained from standing water pools in Seco Creek until a proper well was constructed. The post normally housed 90-120 troops.

Current Status
No remaining structures, only the remains of the post well and a roadside marker.

Sources:
 * , page 153
 * , page 163

Links: 
 * The Handbook of Texas OnLine