Birchwood, Kewaunee County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Birchwood, Wisconsin
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 Birchwood, Kewaunee County, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Birchwood, Kewaunee County, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Kewaunee |
| Town | West Kewaunee |
| Elevation | 226 m (741 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1561817 |
Birchwood is a small, unincorporated community located in Kewaunee County, Wisconsin, United States. It is part of the larger Town of West Kewaunee. An unincorporated community means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or village. Instead, it's governed by the town or county it's in.
Discovering Birchwood's Location
Birchwood is easy to find on a map. It sits along County Highway F. This road is about 3.5 miles (or 5.6 kilometers) west of the city of Kewaunee. Kewaunee is a larger city on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Where is Birchwood in Wisconsin?
Birchwood is located in the eastern part of Wisconsin. This area is known for its beautiful natural scenery. It is part of Kewaunee County. Kewaunee County is in the northeastern region of the state.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together. However, it does not have its own separate city or village government. Instead, the local services like roads and police are managed by the larger county or town. This is common in many rural areas across the United States.
