Linn Creek is a small city in Camden County, Missouri. Founded in 1837, Linn Creek was named for the creek on which it is situated. The town was originally located northwest of the current townsite, and was first named Oregon, then Erie. Oregon and Erie were situated at the place where Linn Creek emptied into the Osage River, and was prone to flooding. In 1855, the town moved a half mile up the creek to higher ground, at which time it adopted the name of the creek. In the mid-1850s, there were very few railroads in Missouri, and goods were transported by steamboat, which could carry more goods than wagons. Along with Warsay, Linn Creek was the head of navigation on the Osage River, so it became a transportation hub for southwestern Missouri. Despite its isolated position, the town prospered. However, by the early 1900s, steamboat travel had given way to the the railroad and the automobile. Still, Linn Creek’s main road became part of the state route, although the roads were gravel. By the 1920s, there were twenty-two commercial buildings in Linn Creek, and twice as many homes. Then, in 1929, surveyors for the Union Electric power company notified town officials that a hydroelectric dam would put Linn Creek underwater. The townspeople fought it, but the state legislature had given the power company the power of eminent domain. During the winter of 1930-31, all of its buildings were burned or dismantled. The town was moved again, this time two miles further up the creek. Old Linn Creek is part of the Lake of the Ozarks now, although its cemetery was spared, sitting on a hilltop overlooking the submerged valley. The old highway, now known as Lake Road Y-30, still comes to within a few hundred feet of the old town.
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The private campground is situated in a wooded area overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks in the area of Old Linn Creek, the early location of the city of Linn Creek, Missouri. Directions, photographs, policies and rules, rates, and reservation requests are featured.
http://www.campgroundatoldlinncreek.com/
Lake of the Ozarks Animal Hospital
The veterinary medical facility in Linn Creek, Missouri can handle emergency cases as well as common medical, surgical and dental issues. Its location, services, and office hours are featured, along with testimonials and a blog.
http://www.lakeoftheozarksanimalhospitalllc.com/
The official web site for the Missouri city offers general information about the community, meeting agendas and minutes, photographs, administrative contacts, and announcements.
http://www.linncreekmo.com/
The congregation meets at its facilities on State Road A in Linn Creek, Missouri. A map shows the location of the church, and its service schedules, a church calendar, leadership contacts, and information about getting involved with the church are featured.
http://linncreekbaptistchurch.com/
Featuring 10x50-foot inside storage units, as well as outside storage lots for trailers, boats, recreational vehicles, and other equipment, the storage facility is on Lower Business Park Road in the city of Linn Creek, Missouri. A map shows the location of the facility.
http://www.midmissouribigstorage.com/
Missouri Trap Shooters Association
The MTA has sixty traps at Linn Creek, where it has been based since the early 1900s, when it was known as the Federation of Missouri Trapshooters. Meeting and shoot dates are featured on its site, along with scholarship winners, shoot results, a promotional video, and a membership form.
http://www.motraps.com/
Located in Linn Creek, Missouri, the dealership offers a large selection of new fifth wheels, pop-up campers, toy haulers and travel trailers, as well as used campers and recreational vehicles. Manufacturers and models are highlighted, along with featured inventory, and an overview of its services.
http://www.qualityrv.net/
The non-denominational church meets at its facilities in Linn Creek, Missouri. An overview of the congregation’s beliefs and practices, policies and programs is put forth, along with a service schedule, church calendar, and leadership contacts.
http://www.trhchurch.com/
The Zoo Athletic Training Center
The fitness center in Linn Creek, Missouri focuses on sports and fitness training for children and teenagers, including softball, flag football and soccer. Membership information, photographs, and tournament schedules, summer camps, and other events are featured.
http://thezoofitness.com/
