Fort Wicked

Historical marker location:

1144 Grand Army of the Republic Highway, Merino, Colorado

( Marker is at the intersection of Grand Army of the Republic Highway (State Highway 6) and County Road 2.5, on the right when traveling east on Grand Army of the Republic Highway.)

Marker installed: 1929

The Colorado River, which flows through the state and into several other western states, is an important source of water for irrigation and hydroelectric power. The river is also a popular destination for whitewater rafting and other recreational activities.