Bowman is an unincorporated community in Placer County, California.[1] Bowman is located on the Southern Pacific Railroad, 3.25 miles (5.2 km) north-northeast of Auburn.[2] It lies at an elevation of 1617 feet (493 m).[1]
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Coordinates: 38°56′31″N 121°02′51″W | |
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County | Placer County |
Elevation | 493 m (1,617 ft) |
The Bowman post office opened in 1893.[2] The name honors Harry Hoisington Bowman, fruit grower.[2]
Municipalities and communities of Placer County, California, United States | ||
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County seat: Auburn | ||
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Footnotes | ‡This CDP also has portions in an adjacent county or counties | |
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