Establishment of Fort Colville by U.S. Army on June 20, 1859
Fort Colville was established to protect settlers and miners in the Colville Valley, following conflicts with Indigenous tribes. Its closure in 1882 marked a shift in military presence in the region, impacting local settlement patterns.
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On June 20, 1859, Captain Pinkney Lugenbeel founded Fort Colville in Spokane County to protect settlers and miners. Originally named Harney's Depot, the fort served as the headquarters for the International Boundary Commission and underwent various structural developments, including a sawmill to support operations.
By 1882, Fort Colville was deemed unnecessary for local protection and was officially disbanded, with its functions transferred to Fort Spokane. The fort was significant in local history, influencing settlement patterns and community structures, but no remnants remain at the site today, known as Garrison Flats.
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