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in southwest Franklin County,

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, United States. The community sits on a ridge at the intersection of Missouri routes

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and AC approximately seven miles northwest of

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of the Bourbeuse River lies one mile northwest of the community.

History

A post office called Springbluff was established in 1872, and remained in operation until 1933. The community most likely was so named on account of its lofty elevation above a spring.

Education

Spring Bluff R-XV School District is a public school district that includes kindergarten through eighth grades. It received the "Distinction in Performance" award from 2001-2002 to 2011–2012.

Notes

Unincorporated communities in Franklin County, Missouri Unincorporated communities in Missouri {{FranklinCountyMO-geo-stub