Brookside, Oconto County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Brookside
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 Brookside, Oconto County, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Brookside, Oconto County, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Oconto |
| Elevation | 190 m (620 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562245 |
Brookside is a small place, or what we call an "unincorporated community," in Oconto County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It's not a city or a village with its own local government, but it's a recognized community where people live. You can find Brookside in the town of Pensaukee.
About Brookside
Brookside is a community located in northeastern Wisconsin. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or a village. Instead, it's part of a larger area called a "town."
Where is Brookside?
This community is found in Oconto County, Wisconsin. It's located on County Highway J. You can also find it near U.S. Route 41. Brookside is about 8.7 miles (14 km) southwest of a larger town called Oconto.
A Bit of History
Brookside got its name because it is located next to a small stream, or "brook." Long ago, in 1871, Brookside had its own post office. This was a place where people could send and receive mail. However, the post office closed down in late 1925.
Famous People from Brookside
- Wally Ladrow: He was a football player.
