North Leeds, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
North Leeds, Wisconsin
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Looking west in North Leeds on WIS 60 / U.S. 51
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 North Leeds, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
North Leeds, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Columbia |
| Town | Leeds |
| Elevation | 329 m (1,079 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1570460 |
North Leeds is a small, unincorporated community located in the state of Wisconsin, United States. It's found within Columbia County, specifically in the town of Leeds. An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own official city or village government. Think of it like a neighborhood that's part of a larger town. North Leeds is an important spot because several major roads meet here.
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Getting Around North Leeds
Major Roads Meet Here
North Leeds is a very important place for roads in Wisconsin. It's where three big routes come together: U.S. Route 51, WIS 22, and WIS 60. This makes it a key junction for travelers.
Traveling on U.S. Route 51
If you head south on U.S. Route 51 from North Leeds, you will reach towns like DeForest and the larger city of Madison. If you go north on U.S. Route 51, it briefly shares the road with WIS 60. After a short distance, U.S. Route 51 continues north towards Poynette and Portage.
Exploring WIS 60
WIS 60 is another important road passing through North Leeds. If you travel west on WIS 60, you will find yourself heading towards Arlington and Lodi. If you take WIS 60 to the east, it will lead you to the city of Columbus.
Starting Point for WIS 22
North Leeds is also where WIS 22 begins its journey. From here, WIS 22 heads north. It connects North Leeds to other communities such as Wyocena, Pardeeville, and Montello.
Images for kids
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Looking west at the sign for North Leeds on WIS 60
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Looking north in North Leeds at WIS 22
