After 1780 the fort was abandoned, although the colonel's residence was occupied until 1784 by the fort's last commander, Colonel Samuel Hunter (1732-1784), who died there and was buried nearby.
Following 1780, the fort was deserted, but the colonel's dwelling remained inhabited until 1784 by the fort's final commander, Colonel Samuel Hunter (1732-1784), who passed away there and was laid to rest nearby.