Gaylor, Missouri facts for kids
Gaylor is a small place in Wayne County, Missouri. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's usually managed by the county.
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What is Gaylor?
Understanding Unincorporated Communities
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it's not officially a city or town. These communities do not have their own mayor or city council. They also do not have their own police or fire departments. Instead, the county government takes care of these services. This is different from a city, which has its own local rules and services.
Where is Gaylor Located?
Gaylor is found in the U.S. state of Missouri. It is in Wayne County. The community is right by the Black River. This river flows south of Clearwater Lake. Gaylor is also about one mile north of another small place called Leeper.
Did You Know?
Gaylor has also been known by another name. Sometimes, people called this community "Chilton."
