Dillon, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Dillon
Former settlement
Nickname(s):  D-town
Dillon Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Nevada County
Elevation	3,041 ft (927 m)

Dillon was once a small place in Nevada County, California. It is no longer an active settlement. This means people don't live there anymore.

Dillon is located about 6.5 miles (10.5 km) east of a town called North Bloomfield. It sits high up, at an elevation of 3,041 feet (927 meters) above sea level. Even though it's a former settlement, Dillon could still be found on maps as late as 1938.

What is a Former Settlement?

A former settlement is a place that used to have people living there but doesn't anymore. These places are sometimes called ghost towns. They might have been small villages, mining camps, or farming communities.

Why Places Become Former Settlements

There are many reasons why a settlement might become empty. Often, it's because the main reason people were there disappears. For example, if a gold mine closed, miners would leave. If a railroad line changed, towns along the old route might be abandoned. Sometimes, natural events like floods or droughts can also make people move away.

Life in Old Settlements

Life in small settlements like Dillon would have been very different from today. People often worked in local industries, like mining or logging. They relied on nearby towns for supplies and services. These communities were usually close-knit, with everyone knowing each other.