Boeuf Creek

Boeuf Creek is a stream in Franklin and Gasconade counties in the U.S. state of Missouri. Boeuf Creek is a tributary to the Missouri River. Alternate names include Buffalo Creek, Beef Creek, Boeuse Creek, Riviere au Boeuf and variations.

The stream headwaters are in Gasconade County at 38°25′19″N 91°26′34″W / 38.42194°N 91.44278°W / 38.42194; -91.44278 and the confluence with the Missouri is in Franklin County at 38°36′00″N 91°08′55″W / 38.60000°N 91.14861°W / 38.60000; -91.14861.

Boeuf Creek was named for the buffalo cows in the area, "boeuf" being a word derived from the French meaning "cattle".

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