1993 Map of Alturas

About this map

Alturas serves as the focal point of this high-desert plateau region, situated where the North Fork and South Fork of the Pit River converge. The landscape is defined by its sophisticated water management system, featuring an extensive network of levees including the Westside Road on Levee and Eastside Road on Levee that protect the lowlands. Large portions of the valley floor are dedicated to the Modoc National Wildlife Refuge, where numerous springs and weirs regulate the marshy terrain between volcanic landmarks like The Hat and The Three Sisters. The town's social infrastructure is well-established with three educational institutions—Modoc High Sch, Modoc Jr High Sch, and Warner High Sch—alongside the Alturas Rancheria and the rail-oriented Lakeview Junction. This map provides a detailed view of a rural county seat balancing its agricultural requirements with federal conservation efforts.