Unnamed placer Au mines [89], Sycamore Hill, Oroville (Ophir City), Butte County, California, USAi
| Regional Level Types | |
|---|---|
| Unnamed placer Au mines [89] | Group of Mines |
| Sycamore Hill | Hill |
| Oroville (Ophir City) | City |
| Butte County | County |
| California | State |
| USA | Country |
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Latitude & Longitude (WGS84):
39° 31' 21'' North , 121° 32' 9'' West
Latitude & Longitude (decimal):
Type:
Group of Mines
Köppen climate type:
Nearest Settlements:
| Place | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oroville | 16,260 (2017) | 2.1km |
| South Oroville | 5,742 (2011) | 3.2km |
| Thermalito | 6,646 (2011) | 4.5km |
| Oroville East | 8,280 (2011) | 5.4km |
| Palermo | 5,382 (2011) | 9.7km |
Nearest Clubs:
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| Club | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Feather River Lapidary & Mineral Society | Oroville, California | 2km |
| Paradise Gem & Mineral Club | Paradise, California | 27km |
| Sutter Buttes Gem & Mineral Society | Marysville, California | 42km |
Former placer Au mine(s) located in the SE¼ and SW¼ sec. 5, in the NW¼ sec. 9, and in the NE¼ sec. 10, T19N, R4E, MDM, 1.9 km (6,100 feet) SW of Sycamore Hill (coordinates of record). MRDS database accuracy for this location is not stated.
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Other Regions, Features and Areas containing this locality
North AmericaContinent
North America PlateTectonic Plate
- California Central ValleyAccretionary Complex
- Foothills-Wallowa DomainDomain
- Great Valley BasinBasin
USA
- Sierra NevadaMountain Range
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