Turtle Lake, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Turtle Lake, Wisconsin
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Location of Turtle Lake in Barron County
and Polk County, Wisconsin |
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| Counties | Barron, Polk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.00 sq mi (7.78 km2) |
| • Land | 2.86 sq mi (7.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.14 sq mi (0.37 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,171 ft (357 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,037 |
| • Density | 345.7/sq mi (133.29/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-81100 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1575742 |
Turtle Lake is a small village located in the state of Wisconsin in the United States. It is split between two counties: Barron County and Polk County.
In 2020, about 1,037 people lived in Turtle Lake. Most of them lived in the Barron County part of the village. Turtle Lake is situated between two towns, Almena and Beaver.
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Geography of Turtle Lake
Turtle Lake is found at coordinates 45.396604 degrees north and -92.146974 degrees west. This tells us its exact spot on a map.
The village covers a total area of about 3 square miles (7.78 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, which is about 2.86 square miles (7.41 square kilometers). A smaller part, about 0.14 square miles (0.37 square kilometers), is covered by water.
Population History
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 324 | — | |
| 1910 | 442 | 36.4% | |
| 1920 | 679 | 53.6% | |
| 1930 | 527 | −22.4% | |
| 1940 | 616 | 16.9% | |
| 1950 | 696 | 13.0% | |
| 1960 | 691 | −0.7% | |
| 1970 | 637 | −7.8% | |
| 1980 | 762 | 19.6% | |
| 1990 | 817 | 7.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,065 | 30.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,050 | −1.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,037 | −1.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
How People Live in Turtle Lake
In 2010, there were 1,050 people living in Turtle Lake. They lived in 492 homes. About half of these homes were families.
Many different people live in Turtle Lake. Most residents are White, but there are also people of Native American, Asian, and other backgrounds. Some people are of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
The average age of people in the village was about 39 years old. About 22% of the people were under 18 years old. About 17% were 65 years or older. There were slightly more females than males living in Turtle Lake.
Getting Around Turtle Lake
Main Roads
Two important roads meet in Turtle Lake:
- U.S. Highway 8
- U.S. Highway 63
Airports Nearby
If you need to fly, the closest airports with regular flights are:
- Chippewa Valley Regional Airport in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Fun Things to Do in Turtle Lake
St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake
Turtle Lake is home to the St. Croix Casino Turtle Lake. This place has many games and also hosts various events throughout the year. It has restaurants where you can eat. The casino also offers a shuttle service to help visitors get around the village.
Local Festivals and Events
Turtle Lake Inter County Fair
Every year, Turtle Lake hosts the Inter County Fair. It takes place on the second weekend of July, from Friday to Sunday. This fair is a lot of fun and has many activities, including:
- Horse, truck, and tractor pulls (where vehicles pull heavy weights)
- Carnival rides
- Live music bands
- Foot races
- Pedal pulls (a fun competition for kids)
- Cattle and dairy shows
- A special turtle derby
- A grand parade
The best part is that admission to the fair is free!
News and Media
The local newspaper for Turtle Lake and the areas around it is called the Turtle Lake Times. It keeps everyone updated on local news.
Education in Turtle Lake
Local Schools
The School District of Turtle Lake provides education for students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade.
Higher Education Options
For students who want to continue their education after high school, there are colleges nearby in Rice Lake:
- Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College-Rice Lake
- UW-Barron County
See also
In Spanish: Turtle Lake (Wisconsin) para niños
