Waushara County, Administrative county in Central Wisconsin, US
Waushara County encompasses 637 square miles of terrain, including 626 square miles of land and 11 square miles of water resources.
The Wisconsin Legislature established Waushara County in 1851, initially as a single organized town before achieving full county status in 1852.
The name Waushara originates from Ho-Chunk language, reflecting the Native American heritage and meaning 'good land' in their traditional terminology.
The county seat of Wautoma provides government services, while Interstate 39 and multiple highways connect residents to neighboring regions.
Waushara County maintains two regional airports, Wautoma Municipal Airport and Wild Rose Idlewild Airport, serving local aviation needs.
Location: Wisconsin
Inception: 1852
Capital city: Wautoma
Shares border with: Portage County, Waupaca County, Winnebago County, Green Lake County, Marquette County, Adams County
Website: http://co.waushara.wi.us
GPS coordinates: 44.11000,-89.24000
Latest update: March 17, 2025 04:00
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