Brushyknob, Missouri facts for kids
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Brushyknob, Missouri
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 Brushyknob, Missouri
Location in Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Douglas County |
| Elevation | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Zip Code |
65621 (historical)
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| GNIS feature ID | 740700 |
Brushyknob is a small, quiet community in Douglas County, Missouri, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger county.
Brushyknob is located in the beautiful Ozark Mountains region. It sits about 14 miles east of a town called Ava. The community is found along Route 76, which is a main road in the area.
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Exploring Brushyknob's Geography
The main part of Brushyknob is situated along Route 76. It is right next to a stream called Tarbutton Creek. This area is about 920 feet above sea level. This is like being on top of a tall hill.
Nearby Natural Features
Just a little further east, about 1.5 miles away, is another stream called Bryant Creek. The land around Brushyknob has many hills and valleys.
Higher Ground and Historic Spots
A bit to the south and east, there is a church and a cemetery. They are on a flat area of a ridge. This spot is about 200 feet higher than the main community. It offers a nice view of the surrounding countryside. The old Brushyknob school building is also nearby, just south of the church.
Brushyknob's Past: The Post Office
For many years, Brushyknob had its own post office. It opened in 1903. People living in the community could send and receive mail right there. The post office even had its own ZIP code, which was 65621.
Mail Service Changes
However, the Brushyknob post office closed in 1967. After that, people in Brushyknob started getting their mail from the post office in the nearby town of Ava. This is common for smaller communities.
