Douglas County, Administrative county in south-central Missouri, US.
Douglas County encompasses 815 square miles of land and contains Ava as its county seat and only incorporated community within its borders.
The county, established in October 1857, moved its administrative center from Arno to Vera Cruz before finally settling in Ava in 1871.
The University of Missouri Extension office in Douglas County provides agricultural education programs and community resources to support local farmers and residents.
County services and administrative offices, including the Sheriff and County Clerk, operate from 203 SE 2nd Avenue in Ava, Missouri.
The Civil War Battle of Clark's Mill took place near Vera Cruz on November 7, 1862, resulting in a Confederate military victory.
Location: Missouri
Inception: October 29, 1857
Capital city: Ava
Shares border with: Wright County, Texas County, Ozark County, Webster County, Howell County, Christian County, Taney County
GPS coordinates: 36.93000,-92.50000
Latest update: April 24, 2025 16:17
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