Denlow, Missouri facts for kids

Denlow is a small, quiet place located in the northern part of Douglas County, in the beautiful Ozarks region of Missouri. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's usually governed by the county. You can find Denlow right on Missouri Route 76, just a little bit west of the bridge that crosses Fox Creek.

A Glimpse into Denlow's Past

Denlow has a short but interesting history. One important part of its past was its post office. A post office was opened in Denlow in the year 1896. This was a central place for people to send and receive mail. The post office served the community for many years, but it eventually closed down in 1919. Before it was called Denlow, this area was sometimes known by a different name: "Upshaw."