Beal, Missouri facts for kids

Beal was once a small town in Shannon County, Missouri, in the United States. Today, it's known as a "ghost town" because it no longer exists as a living community. It was located right by the beautiful Current River.

A Town by the Current River

Beal was situated in the southeastern part of Shannon County, Missouri. It sat on the south bank of the Current River, which is famous for its clear waters and natural beauty. The area around where Beal used to be is now part of the Beal State Conservation Area, which helps protect the land and wildlife.

How Beal Got Its Name

The town of Beal was named after a man named William Beal. He was an early postmaster, meaning he was in charge of the local post office. It was common for small towns to be named after important people who lived there or helped start the community.

When Was Beal Active?

Beal had its own post office, which is often a sign of a small, active community. The post office opened in 1922. However, it didn't stay open for very long. It closed its doors just ten years later, in 1932. After the post office closed, the town slowly faded away, becoming the ghost town it is today.