Tipton Ford, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tipton Ford
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 Tipton Ford
Location in Missouri
Tipton Ford
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Newton |
| Township | Neosho |
| Elevation | 945 ft (288 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 417 |
Tipton Ford is a small, unincorporated community located in Newton County, Missouri, 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.
This community is found right where Interstate 49 and Route 175 meet. It's also considered part of the larger Joplin Metropolitan Area. Tipton Ford sits on the northeast side of Shoal Creek. It is also about 3.5 miles southwest of the George Washington Carver National Monument, a famous historical site.
History of Tipton Ford
Early Days and the Post Office
The community of Tipton Ford got its name from a special place. There was a "ford" across Shoal Creek, which is a shallow part of a river or stream that you can cross. This ford was near the home of the Tipton family.
A post office was opened in Tipton Ford in 1890. This was an important place for people to send and receive mail. The post office served the community for many years before it closed in 1923.
The Sad Train Accident of 1914
In August 1914, a very sad event happened in Tipton Ford. Two trains from the Missouri and North Arkansas Railroad collided. This accident happened because of problems with communication between the trains.
It was a terrible day for the community, and many people were sadly killed or injured. The Missouri and North Arkansas Railroad, often called the M&NA, was an important railway. From 1906 to 1946, it carried both passengers and goods. Its route stretched all the way from Joplin, Missouri, to Helena in eastern Arkansas.
