Lakenan, Missouri facts for kids

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Lakenan is an unincorporated community in Shelby County, in the U.S. state of Missouri.

History

Lakenan was laid out in 1858 when the railroad was extended to the area. The community has the name of Robert F. Lakenan, a railroad promoter. A post office called Lakenan was in operation from 1859 until 1968.

Municipalities and communities of Shelby County, Missouri, United States
Cities
Villages
Townships
  • Bethel
  • Black Creek
  • Clay
  • Jackson
  • Jefferson
  • Lentner
  • North River
  • Salt River
  • Taylor
  • Tiger Fork
Unincorporated
communities
Ghost town

Coordinates: 39°40′20″N 91°57′04″W / 39.67222°N 91.95111°W / 39.67222; -91.95111


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