Buffalo County, County administrative division in west-central Wisconsin, United States.
Buffalo County stretches across 710 square miles of land characterized by rolling hills, river valleys, and agricultural spaces along the Mississippi River banks.
The county received its name from the Buffalo River, which French explorer Father Louis Hennepin documented during his 1680 expedition through the region.
Local communities maintain strong agricultural traditions through regular county fairs, farm exhibitions, and seasonal harvest celebrations throughout the calendar year.
The county seat of Alma connects residents to essential government services, while multiple school districts provide educational facilities across the territory.
The county spans 38 square miles of water surface, creating numerous recreational spots where the Buffalo River joins the Mississippi River.
Location: Wisconsin
Inception: 1853
Capital city: Alma
Shares border with: Pepin County, Eau Claire County, Trempealeau County, Winona County, Wabasha County
Website: http://buffalocounty.com
GPS coordinates: 44.38000,-91.75000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:23
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