Dykes is an unincorporated community in southwest Texas County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. [1] Dykes is located on Missouri Route 38, seven miles west of Houston. [2]
A post office called Dykes was established in 1871, and remained in operation until 1933. [3] The community's name is taken by John Dykes, a pioneer citizen. [4]
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