Anyone remember the great flood of 1986?

Do you remember the the great flood of 1986? 31 Years ago this week, Vernon County was inundated by record-breaking floodwaters on the Marmaton, Drywood, and Osage.

These photos from the Vernon County Flood Book show waters inundating Schell City, Hwy 71, and Blue Mound School House. 

The Vernon County Historical Society has very few photos from the event. 

Do you have a photo or memory to share? Call the Bushwhacker Museum in Vernon County or drop by Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm.

Hwy 71 covered by floodwaters north of Nevada, MO.

Flood waters in Schell City, MO, October 1986.

Courtesy of Bushwhacker Museum Facebook Page