Bath, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bath
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Former settlement
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 Bath
Location in California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Placer County |
| Elevation | 1,049 m (3,442 ft) |
Bath is a place in Placer County, California, that used to be a town. It's about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) northeast of Foresthill. Bath sits high up, at 3442 feet (1049 meters) above sea level.
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A Glimpse into Bath's Past
Bath is known as a "former settlement." This means it was once a busy town, but now it's no longer an active community. Many places like Bath popped up during the exciting time of the California Gold Rush.
The Gold Rush Beginning
Bath started as a town called Volcano in 1850. This was because gold was found there! Many people rushed to places like Volcano hoping to strike it rich during the California Gold Rush. Finding gold meant a chance to become wealthy very quickly.
How Bath Got Its Name
The town's name changed a few times over the years.
- First, it was called Volcano because of the gold discovery.
- Then, it was named Sarahsville. This name honored the first woman who lived in the area.
- Later, when a post office opened, the town's name changed again to Bath.
The Post Office Story
Having a post office was very important for any town back then. It allowed people to send and receive letters and packages. The post office in Bath was open during these times:
- From 1858 to 1859
- From 1861 to 1890
- From 1891 to 1899
The closing of the post office often meant that the town was becoming less active.
