Amador County
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Amador County is located in the Sierra Nevada mountains within the U.S. state of California. Known as the Heart of the Mother Lode, it played a significant role during the gold rush era. The county seat is Jackson, and the region is famous for its viticulture.
Statistics
Area
1,566.00 km²
Population
40,474