Alturas, County seat in Modoc County, California.
The city spans across 2.5 square miles at the confluence of the south and north forks of the Pit River, surrounded by the Warner Mountains.
Originally named Dorris Bridge in 1871 after Pressley and James Dorris, the settlement changed its name to Alturas in 1876 and incorporated in 1901.
The land where Alturas stands was formerly an Achumawi Native American village named Kosealekte, reflecting the deep indigenous roots of the region.
Alturas Municipal Airport serves the region while U.S. Route 395 and California State Route 299 connect the city to major transportation networks.
The city experiences extreme temperature variations, from record lows of -34°F to highs of 107°F, with annual snowfall averaging 30.9 inches.
Location: Modoc County
Inception: September 16, 1901
Elevation above the sea: 1,332 m
Website: http://cityofalturas.org
GPS coordinates: 41.48722,-120.54250
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:22
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