Maple (community), Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Maple, Wisconsin
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 Maple (community), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Maple (community), Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Douglas |
| Town | Maple |
| Elevation | 334 m (1,096 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54854
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| Area code(s) | 715 and 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1568957 |
Maple is a small, unincorporated community located in the town of Maple, Douglas County, Wisconsin. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government, but it's still a recognized area.
Maple is about 22 miles east of the city of Superior. You can reach Maple by taking U.S. Highway 2, which is a main road in the area. The community also has its own post office with the ZIP code 54854.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live that isn't officially part of a city or town. It means it doesn't have its own mayor or town council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county or a larger local government.
- Think of it like a neighborhood that's part of a bigger county.
- These communities often share services with the county, like police and fire departments.
- Maple is a great example of this type of community in Wisconsin.
Getting Around Maple
If you ever visit Maple, you'll likely use U.S. Highway 2. This highway is an important route that connects many towns and cities across the northern United States. It helps people travel and transport goods.
- Highways like U.S. 2 are like major arteries for a region.
- They make it easier for people to get to places like Superior.
