Modoc County is located in the northeastern corner of California and is the state's fourth least populous county. The county seat is Alturas, and the county has a total area of 4,203 square miles.

The county is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors, who are elected by district. The county also has a number of departments, including the Sheriff's Office, Public Works, Health and Human Services, and Planning and Building.

The economy of Modoc County is largely based on agriculture, with cattle ranching and timber production being the main industries. Tourism is also an important part of the economy, with the county being home to several national parks and monuments.

Modoc County is part of the Klamath-Modoc-Siskiyou National Forest, which is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. The county is also home to the Lava Beds National Monument, which is managed by the National Park Service.

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