Franklin, MO
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- 598 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Franklin is a tiny community in central Missouri's Howard County, home to just a few dozen residents. Located directly across the Missouri River from Boonville, the town is best known historically as the original starting point of the Santa Fe Trail. Today, it offers a peaceful rural pocket with quick access to everyday amenities across the river and the nearby Katy Trail.
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