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Dutch Flat
Founded in the spring of 1851 by Joseph and Charles Dornback. 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 2,000. Here Theodore Judah and D. W. Strong made the original
subscription to build the first transcontinental railroad.
State Registered Landmark No. 397
Tablet Placed by California Centennials Commission
Base Furnished by Placer County Historical Society
Dedicated July 22, 1950
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