Hazel Green, Wisconsin

"The Point of Beginning"

In 1831 Lucius Lyon began surveying just south of the present-day Hazel Green in southwestern Wisconsin. This is the place where all land that was to become Wisconsin would be measured.

Today, every property deed in Wisconsin includes a description which is based on the Point of Beginning (POB).

The first permanent settlement in Wisconsin was in Hazel Green in 1825. This makes Hazel Green an ideal location for history enthusiasts and antique shoppers. The village has several Bed and Breakfasts and antique shops to offer.

The Mississippi River, 9 miles west, provides excellent hunting and fishing. Golf courses and parks are nearby.

The village has over 400 acreas to be developed for industrial or residential uses. The village itself has recently purchased 25 acres for industrial development.

Community Profile - updated January 2010
(Information compiled by the Grant County Economic Development Corporation)

General Information

Location

  • County: Grant
  • County Size: 1,144 sq. mi.
  • Region: Southwestern Wisconsin, bordering Iowa & Illinois
Driving Distance to:
  • Dubuque, IA: 15 minutes
  • Madison, WI: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Milwaukee, WI: 3 hours
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Climate

  • Prevailing Wind Direction: Southwest
  • Average Relative Humidity: 65%
Average Temperature(deg. F°)
  • Annual: 47°
  • January: 20°
  • July: 71°
Annual Average Precipitation (in.)
  • Rain: 31
  • Snow: 41
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Transportation

Air Service
  • Dubuque Regional (20 miles):
    • American Eagle: 3 Flights per day
    • Northwest Airlink: 4 Flights per day
    • United Express: 4 Flights per day
    • Charter Service Also Available
  • Local Airport: Platteville Municipal Airport, (15 miles)
Highways
  • Nearest Interstate: I-90/94, Distance: 90 miles
  • Next Nearest Interstate: I-80, Distance: 85 miles
  • U.S. Highways: US-61, US-151, US-80, US-81
Trucking
  • Wiederholt Transport
Transportation: Barge/Port
  • Facilities available at Dubuque, IA, (12 miles)
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Utilities

Electrical
  • Provided by: Hazel Green Electric
  • Supplied by: Alliant Energy
Natural Gas
  • Supplied by: Wisconsin Gas Company
Water
  • Supplied by: Hazel Green Water Utility
  • Source: Two deep wells
  • Max. Pumping Capacity: 690 GPM
  • Peak Daily Use: 150 MGD
  • Storage Capacity: 200,000 Gal.
Sanitary Sewer
  • Supplied by: Village of Hazel Green
  • System Type: RBC
  • Design Capacity: 170,000 GPD
  • Avg. Daily Use: 85,000 GPD
Telecommunications
  • Supplied by: PTI Communications
  • Digital Service: Yes
  • Special Services: Fiber Optics
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Services

Medical
Hospitals
  • Southwest Health Center, Platteville (15 mi.)
  • Mercy and Finley Hospitals, Dubuque, IA (15 mi.)
Clinics
  • Evergreen Clinic, Hazel Green
  • Medical Associates, Cuba City (5 mi.)
Fire Protection
  • Volunteer Fire Department Fire Protection Class: 5
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Education/Employee Training

Nearest University
  • University of Wisconsin - Platteville: Distance: 15 mi.
Nearest Technical College
  • Southwest Wisconsin Technical College: Distance: 4 mi.
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Major Employers

Name# of Employees
Southwestern Schools96
Gasser's True Value Hardware13
Southwest Mart12
Construction Services Unlimited10
Evergreen Adult Living Center11
Wiederholt Excavating & Trenching8
Farmer's Feed Mill10
Kuhl's Plumbing & Heating8
Gary Gilbert Construction6
Veterinary Associates6
Wiederholt Transport8
John's Body Shop & Auto Sales4
Tim Droessler Plastering3
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Taxes

(Manufacturing machinery, equipment & inventories are EXEMPT in Wisconsin)

(Before Lottery Credit)
TaxRate
Corporate Income (Wis.)7.9% Flat
Sales (Wis.)5.5%
2009 PropertyGrant - $18.45/$1,000
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Contacts

For Additional Information Please Contact:
  • Ms. Carol Stagman, Clerk-Treasurer
  • Village of Hazel Green
  • 1610 Fairplay Street
  • Hazel Green, WI 53811
  • Phone: 608-854-2953
  • FAX: 608-854-2417
  • Mr. Ron Brisbois, Executive Director
  • Grant County Economic Development Corporation
  • 1800 Bronson Boulevard
  • Fennimore, WI 53809
  • 608-822-3501 (B)
  • 608-822-6019 (Fax)
  • Email: gcedc@grantcounty.org
Other Resources
  • Dr. Duane Ford, Dean, School of Business Industry, Life Sciences and Agriculture, University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI 53818, (608)342-1547
  • Mr. Robert T. Borremans, Executive Dir., SW Wis. Workforce Development Board, 319 Elaines Court, Dodgeville, WI 53533, (608)935-3116
  • Grant County Job Service Center, 8820 Highways 35 / 61 S, Lancaster, WI 53813, (608) 723-2153
  • Ms. Joan Senn, Ph.D., Vice President of Learning Services, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, 1800 Bronson Boulevard, Fennimore, WI 53809, (608) 822-3262 Ext. 2421
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