Long Lake (CDP), Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Long Lake, Wisconsin
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Census-designated place
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Downtown Long Lake
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 Long Lake (CDP), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Florence |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.264 sq mi (0.68 km2) |
| • Land | 0.264 sq mi (0.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,558 ft (475 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 59 |
| • Density | 223.5/sq mi (86.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54542
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1579744 |
Long Lake is a small community in Florence County, Wisconsin, United States. It is located on the eastern shore of a lake also called Long Lake. This area is not an official city or town with its own government. Instead, it is called a census-designated place. This means the U.S. Census Bureau identifies it for counting people.
Long Lake is found along Wisconsin Highway 139. It is about 21 miles (34 km) west-southwest of Florence. In 2020, the community had a population of 59 people. It became a census-designated place in 2010. The ZIP code for Long Lake is 54542.
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About Long Lake
Long Lake is a very small place. It is known for its natural beauty. The community is surrounded by forests and lakes. This makes it a popular spot for outdoor activities.
What is a Census-Designated Place?
A census-designated place, or CDP, is a special area. It is set up by the United States Census Bureau. This is done for gathering information about people. CDPs do not have their own local government. They are not officially incorporated as cities or towns. However, they still have a name and a population.
Geography and Location
Long Lake is located in the northern part of Wisconsin. It is part of Florence County. The community sits right next to Long Lake itself. This lake is a long, narrow body of water.
Nearby Areas
The community is connected by Wisconsin Highway 139. This road helps people travel to and from Long Lake. The nearest larger community is Florence. Florence is the county seat of Florence County.
Community Life
Even though Long Lake is small, it has important services. These services help the people who live there. For example, there is a post office. There is also a volunteer fire department. These are important for the safety and daily needs of the community.
Images for kids
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National Forest Road 2168
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Sign for Long Lake
See also
In Spanish: Long Lake (Wisconsin) para niños
