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Image: CHL 580 - Well "Alamitos 1"

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Description: One of the world's most famous wells. Started on March 23,1921, it flowed 590 barrels of oil a day when it was completed June 25, 1921, at a depth of 3,114 feet. This discovery well led to the development of one of the most productive oil fields in the world and helped to establish California as a major oil producing state. Location: NE corner of Temple Ave and Hill St, Signal Hill This is a photo of a place or building that is listed on the California Historical Landmark listing in the United States. Its reference number is 580.
Title: CHL 580 - Well "Alamitos 1"
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