Prior, Missouri facts for kids

Prior is a small, unincorporated community located in Douglas County, Missouri, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's a quiet spot in the Ozark Mountains.

A Look at Prior's History

Prior had a post office that opened in 1894. This post office was an important part of the community for many years, helping people send and receive mail. It stayed open until 1939. The community got its name from one of the first people who settled there a long time ago.

Where is Prior Located?

Prior is situated on Missouri Route 95. It's just north of where Route 95 meets Missouri Route 76. The community is also about 2.5 miles north of another small place called Vanzant.

Prior sits on a high piece of land called a ridge. To the west of the community, you'll find Fox Creek. To the east, there's Clifty Creek. These are small streams that flow through the area. The community is quite high up, at an elevation of about 1,243 feet.