Lost something in Beaver Dam? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report connects you with the Beaver Dam Police Department, local found item networks, and active community channels. Your report stays active, automatically searching for a match while you move on.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report the loss
Tell us what you lost, where and when. We gather all the details we need so the right people get the right description.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Beaver Dam Police Department, relevant local shops and facilities, and gets posted to community networks where locals actively search and share found items.
Your report keeps searching for you
For your entire search period, your report continues to match against new found items posted locally. We alert you the moment a credible match appears, so you don't have to check back every day.
Where to report in Beaver Dam
A complete overview of the places that hold or track found items locally
Beaver Dam Police Department
The Police Department's Lost and Found holds items turned in by residents and businesses. Call with a full description of your lost item to see if it's been found. To claim an item, provide proof of ownership. We handle the initial report filing with them and generate the exact information they'll need.
Call 920-887-4614 (Admin hours: M-F 8am–4:30pm)|Police Department website
City Hall & City Clerk
The City Clerk's office can direct you to the right department or facility if your item was lost at a city-run location or event. They maintain records of what's been reported and can guide you to the appropriate lost and found desk.
Call 920-887-4600 (M-F 7:30am–4:00pm)|City of Beaver Dam contact page
Shops, restaurants & public places
If you lost your item at a store, restaurant, or public venue in Beaver Dam, call or visit that location directly. Staff usually keep found items behind the counter for 30 days before donating or discarding them. We provide you with a template to contact them with all the right details.
Lost or found a pet?
If your companion is missing, the Beaver Dam Humane Society and local pet rescue networks are your frontline. The Humane Society scans found animals for microchips and holds them while you search. Community groups on Facebook post sightings daily. File a priority lost pet report with us to reach all these channels at once.
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Ready to report?
The sooner your loss is reported, the sooner it can be matched with found items in the community. Once you file, your report works for you automatically.
Report my lost item →Losing a wallet, ring, phone, or other important item in Beaver Dam can feel overwhelming, especially when you're not sure where to start. The police have a lost and found, local Facebook groups buzz with community posts about found items, and individual shops keep their own records, but none of these channels talk to each other. You end up calling each one separately or posting the same plea across multiple platforms.
ReportLost simplifies the whole process. File one report with us, and we connect you to the Beaver Dam Police Department, alert the right community networks, and keep your report actively searching for a match for months. Once you submit, your description stays live and automatically compares against new found item announcements in the community, so you can stop the exhausting daily hunt yourself.
Common places people lose things in Beaver Dam
These neighborhoods and locations account for many lost item reports
Downtown Beaver Dam
The heart of the city's shops, restaurants, and city services. Many items are lost and found in this central commercial corridor.
Park Avenue area
Home to the Police Department and other municipal offices. Items left at city services or nearby public spaces often end up here.
South Lincoln Avenue
Where City Hall is located. A busy hub for residents conducting city business and accessing public facilities.
Local parks and trails
Outdoor spaces throughout Beaver Dam see items lost during recreation. Check with facility staff or nearby police.
Community channels where found items are posted
Real people in Beaver Dam post found items on these networks daily. Your report gets routed here too.
Facebook group for missing and found pets across Dodge County, including Beaver Dam
Community Facebook group dedicated to lost and found pets in the Beaver Dam area
Beaver Dam and Dodge County community pages where residents post found items and help reconnect belongings with owners
Neighborhood app where Beaver Dam residents alert each other about found items in real time
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Beaver Dam Police hold lost and found items?
Check directly with the Police Department at 920-887-4614 during business hours (M–F, 8am–4:30pm) about their retention policy. Typically, items are held for 30 to 90 days before being donated or disposed of, depending on the item type.
What if I lost my item at a private business?
Call or visit the store or restaurant directly. Most businesses keep found items behind the counter for 7 to 30 days. If you file a report with us, we'll help you draft the right description to use when you contact them.
How do I claim a found item from the police?
Call the Beaver Dam Police Department at 920-887-4614 with a detailed description. If an item matching yours has been turned in, you'll be asked to provide proof of ownership before you can claim it.
Can I search for lost items posted by other people in Beaver Dam?
Yes. Check Facebook groups like "Dodge County WI Lost Pets" and "Missing/Found Pets in Beaver Dam," as well as Nextdoor. These are where community members post found items and reconnect them with owners. Your report with us gets shared on these channels too.
What makes ReportLost different from posting on Facebook myself?
ReportLost takes your report to all the official channels (police, city services, relevant businesses) and community networks at once, and your report stays active for 12 months automatically matching against new found item posts. You don't have to re-post every week or check back daily; we alert you when a match appears.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Beaver Dam Police Department or the City. We don't replace official reporting; instead, we make it easier by filing reports with the right agencies and keeping your search active across all channels simultaneously. Police and city services remain your primary contacts for claims and official lost and found records.
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Start your search today
File your report now and let it work for you. Your item's description will reach the police, local businesses, and community networks right away, and continue searching for a match for months to come.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Beaver Dam Police Department, City of Beaver Dam, or any other government or private entity mentioned on this page. We route reports to these entities based on public contact information, but our service is separate from their official lost and found systems. Always contact the police or relevant facility directly to confirm an item has been found and to complete a claim.