Welcome to Ironton, Missouri
When Iron County was formed in February 17, 1857, the name was derived from its principal mineral. When the county was organized, H. N. Tong and David Carson who operated a mercantile business at the base of Shepherd Mountain, immediately sprang into action and laid out a town. They named it Ironton and entered it on the list with Arcadia, Pilot Knob and Middlebrook as competing points for the county seat. The election took place in 1857. Ironton was ultimately chosen after the second round of voting, due in large part, to the “sweetened offer” provided by Mr. Tong and Carson after the Welcome to Ironton, Missouri first vote had taken place. Having already cleared and graded a tract of land for town lots, they offered to sell alternating lots, the proceeds of which would be donated toward the building of a court house. In short, proceeds donated to the county totaled $10,602.68, Ironton was selected, and the historic Iron County Courthouse was built.
Calendar
Remember the Fall 2023 Mountain Music Festival and the Fall Festival are this weekend! Social distancing is recommended, and please wear a mask when close to others. Check out the post on Facebook for the lineup and times. Parade starts in Pilot Knob at 10:00 am and will end up by the Iron County Courthouse at about 11:00 am.
Updates & Current News
Excess Property Sale
City property sale
Bulk Trash
2023 Fall Bulk Trash Event Bulk Trash Week October 23, 24 West of Main Street. October 25, 26 East of Main Street. No pickup on Friday the 27th No more than one truckload per household. Must be manageable in weight and size for two people [...]
IRONTON USE TAX QUESTION
Information on Local Use Tax for Ironton. Click here or go to the Government tab, and then the Local Use Tax option on the website to get all the information you need!
Public Notice
Public Notice regarding the City of Ironton's drinking water: 2022-02-02 Public Notice
Public Notice
Public Notice regarding the City of Ironton's drinking water: 2022-10-26 Public Notice