Latrobe, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Latrobe
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 Latrobe
Location in California
Latrobe
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | El Dorado County |
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
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| • Total | 219 |
Latrobe is a small place in El Dorado County, California. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's not officially a city or town with its own local government.
Today, Latrobe has about 219 people, based on the 2010 census. But a long time ago, it was a busy railroad town. Back then, between 700 and 800 people lived there!
Latrobe was the end point, or terminus, for the Placerville and Sacramento Rail Road. The name "Latrobe" was given by F. A. Bishop. He was the chief engineer of the railroad. He named it after Benjamin Henry Latrobe, II, who was a very important engineer. Benjamin Latrobe, II, worked for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, which was America's very first railroad! Latrobe even had its own post office from 1864 to 1921.
Where is Latrobe Located?
Latrobe is about 15 miles (24 km) southwest of Placerville. It sits at an elevation of 761 feet (232 meters) above sea level.
What is Latrobe's Climate Like?
Latrobe has a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This type of climate is common in places like California and countries around the Mediterranean Sea. It means Latrobe usually has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
