2018 Map of Alturas

About this map

The confluence of the North Fork Pit River and South Fork Pit River defines the landscape surrounding Alturas, the county seat of Modoc County. This survey captures a terrain shaped by the intricate water management of the Westside Canal and the protected marshes of the Modoc National Wildlife Refuge. The map details the transition from the organized street grid of the town center—including names like E Modoc St and Henderson St—to the outlying agricultural fields and high desert features like The Three Sisters and The Hat. The presence of the Alturas Municipal Airport and the rail-oriented Lakeview Junction highlights the area's role as a regional transportation hub. Land use patterns are further illustrated by the inclusion of Bates Field and the Alturas Dump Rd, providing a comprehensive look at the human footprint amidst the river valleys and volcanic peaks of northeastern California.