Huzzah, Missouri facts for kids
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Huzzah, Missouri
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Unincorporated community
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 Huzzah, Missouri
Location in Missouri
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| Country | U. S. A. |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Crawford County |
| Elevation | 227 m (745 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 750437 |
Huzzah is a small, unincorporated community located in eastern Crawford County, Missouri, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Huzzah is found about 11.6 miles (about 18.7 kilometers) southeast of a town called Steelville. It's also nestled within the beautiful Mark Twain National Forest.
About Huzzah
Huzzah is a quiet place in the countryside of Missouri. It's known for being close to nature, especially because it's inside the Mark Twain National Forest. This forest is a huge area with lots of trees, rivers, and wildlife. People often visit for outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and camping.
History of the Community
The community of Huzzah once had its own post office. This post office was opened in 1898. It served the local residents, helping them send and receive mail. The post office stayed open for many years, finally closing its doors in 1967.
The name "Huzzah" comes from a nearby natural feature. The community is named after Huzzah Creek. This creek flows into the larger Meramec River. It's common for small communities to be named after important local landmarks like rivers or creeks.
