Jordan, Missouri facts for kids

Jordan is a small place located in Hickory County, in the state of Missouri, USA. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county government.

The History of Jordan

Jordan was established in the year 1904. It was named after the person who owned a local gristmill. A gristmill is a type of factory that grinds grain, like corn, into flour.

A post office opened in Jordan in 1906. This was where people could send and receive mail. The post office stayed open for many years, until 1955.