Aptus, Missouri


Aptus is an unincorporated community in Washington County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. The community is located approximately eight miles northwest of Potosi on Missouri Route F just north of the confluence of Rogue Creek with Mineral Fork.

History

A post office called Aptus was established in 1890, and remained in operation until 1915. It is unknown why the name "Aptus" was applied to this community.