Fort Ritner, Indiana

Fort Ritner is an unincorporated community in Guthrie Township, Lawrence County, Indiana.

Fort Ritner, Indiana
A typical house in the community
A typical house in the community
Fort Ritner is located in Indiana
Fort Ritner
Fort Ritner
Fort Ritner is located in the United States
Fort Ritner
Fort Ritner
Coordinates: 38°46′23″N 86°16′52″W
CountryUnited States
StateIndiana
CountyLawrence
TownshipGuthrie
Elevation
512 ft (156 m)
ZIP code
47430
FIPS code18-24268[1]
GNIS feature ID434688[2]

History

Fort Ritner was platted in 1857.[3] It was named for Michael Ritner, a railroad employee who oversaw construction on the nearby tunnel.[4][5]

Geography

Fort Ritner is located at 38°46′23″N 86°16′52″W.

References


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