Alpha, California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Nevada County |
| Elevation[1] | 4,120 ft (1,260 m) |
| Time zone | Pacific (PST) (UTC-8) |
| • Summer (DST) | PDT (UTC-7) |
Alpha is a former settlement in Nevada County, California. Alpha is located 2 miles (3.2 km) south-southeast of Washington.[2] It is situated at an elevation of 4,120 ft (1,260 m) above sea level.[3] Alpha had a post office during the period of 1855–1862.[4]
The Alpha Hydraulic Diggings were 1 mile (1.6 km) south of the town.
Gold
Gold was discovered at the place 1850; settlers arrived in 1852.[2] In gold rush days, the town's nickname was "Hell Out for High Noon City".[2]
Notable residents
- Emma Nevada, opera singer (birthplace)[5]
References
- ↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Alpha, California
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