It was constructed in the 19th century near the village of Ar Rakiyat to protect water sources in the area.

[5] An Islamic coin dating to the Abbasid period, specifically between 749–846 AD, was discovered in situ during excavations.

[6] However, Mohammed Al-Khulaifi, an employee of Qatar Museums, stated that the coin was not evidence that the fort existed during the Abbasid period.

[6] In 2022, using traditional building materials, the Department of Architectural Conservation of Qatar Museums completed the second restoration of the main structural building components including plastering, flooring, installation of a wooden ceiling, doors and pest control.

[4] The ruined settlements of Al Khuwayr and Freiha are located within 5 km of the area.

[10] Kozah, Mario; Abu-Husayn, Abdulrahim; Al-Murikhi, Saif Shaheen; Al-Thani, Haya (2014).