Piedmont, in Wayne County, is a friendly
Ozarks town in an outdoors recreational paradise just east of
Clearwater Lake. It is served by State Highways 34 and 49.
Created as a
result of a flood control project on the Black River, Clearwater Lake,
the "Gem of the Ozarks," offers recreation for the entire family.
The lake area has a multi-faceted economy, not dependent on only one
thing. Tourism is a sizeable factor. So is timberland. Agriculture is
primarily cattle ranches, but there are some farms with crops too.
Retail, manufacturing and mining are also part of the economy. There
are two clinics in Piedmont for regular medical care which are
affiliated with hospitals in Poplar Bluff and area schools are "AAA"
rated.
Nearby Sam A.
Baker State Park, with over 5,000 acres, is one of the oldest parks in
Missouri. Named after Governor Sam A. Baker, the State Park offers
over 200 campsites, modern facilities and a special 20-site equestrian
camp for those who camp with horses. |
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