Tarrant, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Tarrant, Wisconsin
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 Tarrant, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Tarrant, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Pepin |
| Elevation | 250 m (820 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1577850 |
Tarrant is a small place in Wisconsin, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called the town of Lima.
Where is Tarrant Located?
Tarrant is found in Pepin County, which is in the state of Wisconsin. It is about 6.5 miles (10.5 kilometers) east-southeast of a bigger town called Durand. The community sits at an elevation of about 820 feet (250 meters) above sea level.
How Tarrant Got Its Name
The community of Tarrant was named after a family. The Tarrant family played an important role in the area's early history. They built a creamery there, which is a place where milk and cream are processed into products like butter and cheese. This creamery was a key business for the local farmers.
