Bryson, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bryson, Missouri
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 Bryson, Missouri
Location in Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Pettis |
| Elevation | 951 ft (290 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 660 |
| GNIS feature ID | 740704 |
Bryson is a small place in Pettis 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 would. Instead, the county government helps manage things for the people living there. Bryson has also been called Rodelia or Kansas City Junction in the past.
What is Bryson, Missouri?
Bryson is a quiet spot located in Pettis County, Missouri. It is an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, the county government helps manage things for the people living there. It is a part of the larger area of Missouri.
Its Different Names
Bryson has had a few different names over the years. One of its other names was "Rodelia." It was also sometimes called "Kansas City Junction." The reason for the name "Bryson" is not fully known today.
A Look at the Past
For a while, Bryson had its own post office. This post office was named Rodelia. It first opened in 1896. The post office helped people send and receive mail. It stayed open for many years. However, it closed down in 1914.
