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Fort Halleck

Elk Mountain, Wyoming • Carbon County

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About This Property

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Fort Halleck was a U.S. Army post established in 1862 in present-day Wyoming, serving as a vital link on the Overland Trail. The fort featured barracks, stables, and administrative buildings within its defensive perimeter.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Site
Acreage
14.7
Listed Date
4/28/1970
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military; Transportation; Exploration/Settlement; Communications
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1874 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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