What is This Place?
 

I need to know. I've been around the area quite a bit, and it's got me real curious. I was pokin' around looking at sat. images of local ski hills and stumbled upon it.

Google Maps

MGA proving grounds

That was fast, thanks. What do they do there?

Originally, it was AMC's proving grounds. MGA does Tier One certifications for o.e.m. suppliers to the Big Three and other auto companies. They use the grounds to beat the crap out of tires, suspension components, and a whole host of other vehicle parts. That facility is pretty beat up, rough roads, etc. I think they allow private groups to use the skidpad and wetpad for autocrosses and similar events.

Geez dude. Let me google that for you.

Let me google that for you

Nah, I'd prefer to have a real live interweb discussion.

MGA-Wisconsin Vehicle Proving Grounds

MGA-Wisconsin Vehicle Proving Grounds

The MGA Proving Grounds in Burlington, Wisconsin provides you with the capability to perform many diverse vehicle evaluations. The facility islocated in a secluded area of Southeastern Wisconsin located approximately 40 miles from Milwaukee and 60 miles from Chicago. The facility is over 400 acres in size, and includes 20 lane miles of roadways with various surfaces.The Proving Grounds is divided into six major test tracks, which when combined, can duplicate almost any type of road surface in the world.

Upper Track – High amplitude, low frequency inputs (Cobblestone, Potholes, Ripple, Bodytwist)
Main Track – Smooth surface roadway, similar to highway surfaces
Inner Track – High frequency, low amplitude inputs (Washboards, Chatterstrip, Alternate Roll, Railroad Crossing) as well as variousup/down grades for driveline evaluations
North Track – Similar to county road surfaces
Gravel Track – 1 mile of gravel roadway used for 4WD durability andunderbody stone pecking
Off-Road Track – Commercial and military 4WD vehicle course (Various Grades, River Crossings, Mud Bogs)
The United States Government, automotive companies, and suppliers from throughout the world utilize the facility to conduct various types of programs such as: full-scale durability and new product shakedown, fullvehicle corrosion (commercial and military vehicles), ride and handling, rough road and airbag abuse, brake testing, noise evaluations, ride anddrives. MGA’s flexibility allows you to rent the PG to conduct your owntesting or draw upon our expertise and have the complete program conducted for you. Our engineers, technicians, and support staff have the knowledge, experience,and equipment to successfully complete your project. Full garage support services and work areas are available as well as office space and internet access for your project. The entire facility is secure and strict procedures are followed to ensure complete customer confidentiality. The facility is accredited per A2LA requirements and a professional, experienced staff is available to assist with your test plans.