Because of the large number of people commuting outside of Putnam County the Missouri Department of Economic Development study surmised that Putnam County has a significant available workforce should new business consider relocating to the area or existing businesses expand. In addition to this significant workforce, Putnam County Missouri has a long list of amenities that are well kept secrets! Lake Thunderhead in the northern section of the county is a private lake but has numerous public events such as golf tournaments, outdoor concerts on the beach and “Kids Fishing Tournaments” to name some. In addition, Lake Thunderhead boasts a restaurant on the water’s edge open to the public. On the south end of Putnam County another lake is being built. The Roy Blunt Reservoir will be less than 5 miles south of the county line. The Roy Blunt Reservoir has plans for at least one full-service marina. Dam and spillway are currently under construction with planned completion in 2029. Putnam County is in central North Missouri and a region long known for excellent big game, turkey and upland hunting. Communities in Putnam County are extremely supportive of hunters with many organizations putting on dinners and breakfasts specifically for visiting hunters. Unionville, Missouri, Putnam County’s largest community boasts as their tagline: City of Unionville Hunting Capital of Missouri. PFPC seeks to make potential business entrants aware of Putnam County’s many assets including the many amenities.
PFPC can work with numerous economic development entities including those listed below.
Greenhills Regional Planning Commission
Missouri Department of Economic Development
Missouri Small Business Development Center
Local Contacts
Joel Pratt, Economic Development Committee Chairman
Ron Reckrodt, President