Kime, Missouri facts for kids

Kime was once a small town located in Wayne County, Missouri, in the U.S. state of Missouri. Today, it is known as an extinct town, meaning it no longer exists as a populated place. The U.S. government's GNIS still lists it as a former populated area.

Where Was Kime Located?

The community of Kime was situated about 4.5 miles southeast of a town called Greenville, Missouri. It was also located about one mile east of the St. Francis River. This area is now part of the upper reaches of Lake Wappapello. Kime was also right next to Missouri Route BB, which is a state road.

The History of Kime

Kime was named after an early settler in the area, a man named Samuel Kime. A post office was opened in Kime in 1904. This post office served the community for many years, helping people send and receive mail. However, it eventually closed down in 1937. After the post office closed, the town slowly faded away, becoming what is now known as a ghost town.