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Beaver Dam Wisconsin Map

Explore Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

How to Use This Beaver Dam, Wisconsin Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Wisconsin or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Beaver Dam.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Beaver Dam
State	Wisconsin (WI)
County	Dodge County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	43.469892
Longitude	-88.831199
Population	16,708
Density	882.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	53916
Area Code	920
County Seat	Juneau
School District	Beaver Dam School District

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About Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Beaver Dam is a locality in Dodge County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 16,708. The population density is 882.1 people per km². Beaver Dam is located at 43.4699°N, 88.8312°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Beaver Dam is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 53916.

Beaver Dam emerges as a quiet anchor upon the expansive farmland of the Midwest, defined by the gentle movement of the Beaver Dam River as it navigates the terrain. It lies 13.3 miles south-southwest of Waupun, WI (from Waupun, WI: bearing 204°T), and is situated 7.6 miles west-northwest of Juneau. The waters of Beaver Dam Lake offer a reflective surface that catches the pale, golden quality of the afternoon sun, softening the silhouettes of the nearby trees. To the north, the modest rise of Shaw Hill provides a subtle relief against the horizon, grounding the landscape in a rhythmic, undulating pattern. Residents find open space and quiet recreation at Stevens Park, where the land meets the water in a simple, unadorned fashion. The air here carries the scent of damp soil and changing seasons, a reminder of the vast, productive plains that stretch out in every direction.

Settlement in Beaver Dam followed the natural logic of the river, which early industry harnessed to drive the mills that supported a growing population. The economy transitioned over generations from the foundational labor of agriculture into a diverse landscape of manufacturing and regional commerce. Local industries have long drawn their vitality from the fertile soil and the accessible waterways, maintaining a steady, industrious pace that defines the workday. Small businesses and established firms now share the streets, reflecting a history of resilience built upon the steady rhythm of the surrounding fields. The legacy of those who first cleared this land remains visible in the sturdy architecture of the older districts, where the brickwork still echoes the labor of the past.

Cultural life in Beaver Dam revolves around the shared traditions of the region, where community events often gather neighbors under the wide, expansive sky. The local character is marked by a straightforward hospitality, grounded in the traditions of the families who settled these plains. Notable landmarks, including the historic downtown buildings, stand as quiet witnesses to the passage of time and the changing seasons. The writer Fredric March, who gained acclaim on the silver screen, began his journey here, his early experiences in Beaver Dam perhaps coloring the depth he brought to his later performances. Annual gatherings emphasize the connection between the people and the land, ensuring that the local spirit remains as enduring as the river itself.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Lincoln Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 178° S
Wayland Museum & Archives (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 171° S
Edgewater Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 329° NW
Beaver Statue (Public Artwork) — 1.0 mi, 204° SW
Frederick Douglass (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 205° SW
Glacial Habitat Restoration (State Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 088° E
Golf Course (Park) — 1.7 mi, 342° N
Glacial Habitat Restoration - Sd (State Recreation Area) — 2.5 mi, 043° NE
Open Space (State Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 043° NE
Shaw Marsh Wildlife Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.8 mi, 172° S
Wild Goose State Trail (State Park) — 6.5 mi, 079° E
Horicon National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.3 mi, 059° NE · 44k acres
Fox Lake Depot Museum (Museum) — 7.4 mi, 328° NW
Juneau Museum (Museum) — 7.8 mi, 124° SE
Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 9.8 mi, 099° E
Palmatory Overlook (Viewpoint) — 10.0 mi, 093° E
Radke Memorial (Monument) — 10.5 mi, 091° E
Waupun Heritage Museum (Museum) — 12.3 mi, 024° NE
Columbus Antique Mall and Museum (Museum) — 12.7 mi, 225° SW
Towne Cinema (Cinema) — 19.8 mi, 164° S
Holzhueter Farm State Park (State Park) — 20.3 mi, 191° S
Conical Indian Mounds (Attraction) — 22.3 mi, 203° SW
Art History Musseum (Gallery) — 24.0 mi, 281° W
Demmer Recital Hall (Theatre) — 25.8 mi, 358° N
Benstead Theatre (Theatre) — 25.8 mi, 358° N
Caestecker Art Gallery (Gallery) — 25.8 mi, 358° N
Wildlife Exhibit (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 26.9 mi, 260° W
Princess Burial Mound (Historic Ruins) — 27.5 mi, 183° S
Fox River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 31.4 mi, 297° NW · 1,996 acres

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