Lancha Plana, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lancha Plana
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Former settlement
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 Lancha Plana
Location in California
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Amador County |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 253642 |
| Reference #: | 30 |
Lancha Plana (which means "Flat Boat" in Spanish) was a small town in Amador County, California. It grew because people used a special flatboat to cross the Mokelumne River there.
The Story of Lancha Plana
Lancha Plana was started by Mexican miners in 1848. These miners were looking for gold. For a short time, the town was called "Sonora Bar." This was because many of the miners came from a place called Sonora.
Sadly, the town no longer exists. It was covered by water when a dam was built on the river. This dam created the Camanche Reservoir. Today, the Lancha Plana Bridge crosses the lake right where the old town used to be.
Lancha Plana is remembered as a special place in California's history. It is officially listed as a California Historical Landmark. This means it's an important historical site.
The town also had its own post office. It was open from 1859 to 1919. There was a short break from 1912 to 1913 when it was closed.
Where Lancha Plana Was Located
Lancha Plana was located on the north side of the Mokelumne River. It was about 9 miles (14.5 km) south-southeast of a town called Ione. The town was at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level.
