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Inscription. Founded in the Spring of 1861 by Joseph and Charles Dornbach. From 1854 to 1882 it was noted for its rich hydraulic mines. In 1860 had the largest voting population in Placer County. Chinese inhabitants numbered about ... More on HMDB

Inscription. Founded in 1854 by O. W. Hollenbeck and originally called Mountain Springs. Famed for its hydraulic mines which from 1865 to 1878 shipped $6,125,000.00 in gold. Five large water ditches passed through the town serving ... More on HMDB

'Scotts Flat Reservoir' is an artificial lake in the Tahoe National Forest of Nevada County, California, east of Nevada City. The lake is at an elevation of and has a surface area of , with of shoreline lined with pine ... More on Wikipedia

The Golden Drift Museum highlights the history of Dutch Flat. Exhibits cover mining, building of railroads, ... More on MuseumsUSA.org

Chronicles the glory days of hydraulic mining. More on uptake_content

Grass Valley/Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. 530/273-4667. 248 Mill St. Historical towns of Grass Valley and Nevada City. Recreational activities, shopping, wine ... More on Visitcalifornia.com

This organization provides information on attractions and lodgings found ... More on TripAdvisor

'French Meadows Reservoir' is a manmade lake northeast of Foresthill, California United States. on the Middle Fork of the American River. The reservoir is long, wide, with of shoreline. Tahoe National Forest manages the recreational ... More on Wikipedia