Welcome to City of Alturas, California

Mayor Dederick with Medal of Honor Recipient Clint Romesha.
Pit River
Saddle Back Mountain
Pictures courtesy of the Modoc Record

The City of Alturas has a unique position as the only incorporated city in Modoc County. The City was incorporated on September 16, 1901 and occupies a compact area of approximately 2.5 square miles.

Alturas California, the seat of Modoc County, offers an abundance of wilderness and natural beauty in a peaceful location. Modoc National Forest offers the outdoor enthusiast an abundance of recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, hunting, and skiing. Alturas California where the West still lives.

Alturas Swimming Pool Feasibility Study Presentation

Modoc Hazard Mitigation Plan

Modoc County Office of Emergency Services, in conjunction with the City of Alturas, has completed a draft copy of the Modoc Hazard mitigation Plan for public review. We are asking for public comments on the plan. The plan can be seen on the City's web site under the Quick Links Tab.
Hard copies of the document may be seen at the Modoc County Library, Modoc County Planning Department, City Hall, and the Modoc County Clerk of the Board office.
Please send your comments and input to the Modoc County Sheriff's Office at 530-233-4416, ext. 248 or email ajm@modocsheriff.us