Amador City, California

This photo is from a stereoview that claims that this stamp mill at Amador City was the first in the state of California. It also states that the man in the foreground is the builder and his name is Burke. Whether or not this is actually the first mill in the state is debatable, but it is certainly one of the earliest.

Sign at site reads:

Founded in 1851 from many claims. One of the most profitable and longest running mines. Joining with South Spring Hill Mine working till 1942. East shaft worked till 1952. Reached a depth of 2680 feet. Employed 100 men and produced 24 million in gold.