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Dobie, Wisconsin
Dobie, Barron County, Wisconsin is located in Wisconsin
Dobie, Barron County, Wisconsin
Dobie, Barron County, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Dobie, Barron County, Wisconsin is located in the United States
Dobie, Barron County, Wisconsin
Dobie, Barron County, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  Wisconsin
County Barron
Towns Oak Grove, Rice Lake
Elevation
357 m (1,171 ft)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 715 & 534
GNIS feature ID 1564013

Dobie is a small, unincorporated community located in Barron County, Wisconsin, United States. It's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own official city or village government. Instead, it's part of larger areas called towns.

What is Dobie, Wisconsin?

Dobie is a quiet community found within two different towns: Oak Grove and Rice Lake. This means that parts of Dobie are managed by the government of Oak Grove, and other parts are managed by the government of Rice Lake.

Where is Dobie Located?

Dobie is in the northwestern part of Wisconsin. It's nestled in Barron County, which is known for its beautiful lakes and forests. If you look at a map, you'll find Dobie not far from the city of Rice Lake.

What Does "Unincorporated Community" Mean?

An unincorporated community like Dobie is a group of homes or businesses that are not part of an official city or village. They don't have their own mayor or city council. Instead, they rely on the county or the surrounding towns for services like roads, police, and fire protection. It's a common way for smaller settlements to exist in many parts of the United States.

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