Times Beach
Dioxin Ghost Town
State: Missouri
County: St. Louis County
Founded: 1925
Abandoned: 1983
Peak Population: 2,000
Times Beach was evacuated in 1983 after EPA discovered the roads had been sprayed with dioxin-contaminated waste oil. The government bought out all 2,000 residents. After cleanup, the site became Route 66 State Park.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Dioxin evacuation
- EPA buyout
- Now Route 66 State Park
Location
Address: Route 66 State Park, MO
Coordinates: 38.5167, -90.6