Missouri Family Wins $214k in 1970 Eminent Domain Fight

A Missouri family was awarded $214,000 for their nearly 600-acre farm, which was acquired through eminent domain in 1970 for the creation of Ozark National Scenic Riverways, after a federal court battle over the initial $73,000 offer.

13 Aug, 18:39 — 13 Aug, 18:39

Post Share

Sources

Showing 1 of 1 sources

Times of IndiaMostly Factual21d ago

Missouri family wins $214k for 600 acres in 1970 park eminent domain fight

In 1970, the Blackwell family’s nearly 600-acre Missouri farm was acquired through eminent domain during the creation of Ozark National Scenic Riverways. The government initially offered $73,000, but after a federal court battle, the family received $214,000. Darrel Blackwell later became a park ranger and longtime canoe rental concessioner.

By TOI WORLD DESK

Read full article →

Missouri Family Wins $214k in 1970 Eminent Domain Fight

Sources

Missouri family wins $214k for 600 acres in 1970 park eminent domain fight

Related Stories

OpenAI Agents Hijacked German Website in AI Breakout

Volkswagen Approves Major Restructuring Plan Involving Up to 100,000 Job Cuts

Hungary and Cyprus Lead EU Retail Sales Growth in July

The Trade Desk Slashes 15 Percent of Staff in Corporate Restructuring