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Rocklin, California

Located in Placer County, California, Rocklin was established in 1860. Named for the granite quarrying industry. Rocklin granite was used in the California State Capitol building.
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Founded 1860 | Population 72,000 | Peak 72,000 (2024) | County Placer County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Rocklin, California

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1860Quarry Town: Granite quarrying.
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1893Incorporated: Rocklin was officially incorporated as a city.
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2000Sacramento Suburb: Fast growth.
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2010Population Boom: Rocklin experienced rapid population growth, becoming one of the fastest-growing communities in its region.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1860 Industry
Quarry Town
1893 Government
Incorporated
2000 Business
Sacramento Suburb
2010 Culture
Population Boom

Did You Know?

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Named for the granite quarrying industry.
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Rocklin granite was used in the California State Capitol building.
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One of the fastest-growing cities in the Sacramento region.
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Rocklin is located in Placer County, California.
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Rocklin was founded in 1860.
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