This Stone Marks the Site of the Fort at McDowell's Mill
Erected by John McDowell before 1754. It was used as a base of supplies and as a magazine until the erection of Fort Loudon in 1756. The military road from Pennsylvania, connecting with the Braddock Road at Turkey Foot, was built from this point in 1755 under the supervision of Col James Burd. During the period of Indian hostility the fort at McDowell's Mill was the scene of many thrilling events.
Marker is at the intersection of Lemar Road and Mercersburg Road, on the right when traveling north on Lemar Road.
Courtesy hmdb.org
