Modoc County Library
Library function; provider and jurisdiction must be verified.[1]
Source checked October 26, 2026[1]modoccountylibrary.org
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Contact details & office locations ↓Online services & information
Use the links below for official services and provider information. Check each service’s instructions and service area.
Official public library system associated with Modoc County for browsing. Independent city library systems may also serve the county. Membership rules, branch service areas and every address in the county are not implied by this association.
Read this library system’s own card instructions. Online registration, physical-card activation, residence and youth requirements may differ; use the quoted local conditions below where provided.
Before you start
- Eligibility & access · Initial card — local residence, work, school or property tax
- Any person who lives, works, attends school or pays property taxes in Modoc County is eligible to receive a Modoc County Library card free of charge. Use of a Modoc County Library card is non-transferrable, i.e., can only be used by the person whose name appears on the card. You may apply for a library card at the main library or any of our branch library locations. To apply for a Modoc County Library card, we require the following information: [4]
- Information & documents · Photo identification
- Driver’s license or alternate photo ID [5]
- Information & documents · Minors — guardian and library account
- The application card of a minor must be signed by a parent or legal guardian, who must also have a current library card in good standing. [6]
- Information & documents · Address mismatch: supporting mail/document or mailed card
- If the address on your ID does not match your current address, a piece of mail or other documentation will be requested. If not available, your card will be mailed to you. [8]
- Availability · Two-year card, good-standing renewal
- A library card is valid for 2 years unless revoked. Cards in good standing may be renewed. [9]
- Accessibility · Medical, disability or other access barrier — call for service assistance; no home-visit guarantee
- If you are unable to visit the library in person due to a medical condition, a disability, or other accessibility problems, please call 233-6326 for service assistance. [10]
Choose the actual provider’s named branch and confirm its posted opening/contact arrangements before travel. Membership and special-card eligibility remain subject to the separate card rules; directory status widgets are not a CountyWiki live-opening guarantee.
Fees
Fees are quoted only when a source document supports the amount and conditions.
| Service | Amount | Conditions & source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial library card | $0.00per card | People who live, work, attend school or pay property taxes in Modoc County.[7] |
These are individual fee items, not a quote for your total. Other charges or exemptions may apply; confirm the total with the office.
Forms & documents
Official forms and document pages for this office’s services.
Sources & last checked4 source pages · 11 citations
Sources were checked by an AI-assisted research process. A checked website does not mean every service or fee on it has been reviewed.
- [1] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library page — provider identity and services
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Modoc County Library
- [2] Public Library Administrative Headquarters Directory — live 2025 report (opens in a new tab)
California State Library · Live 2025–26 administrative headquarters report — MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY212 W. THIRD ST.ALTURAS961013913(530) 233-6358(530) 233-6326library@countyofmodoc.govhttp://modoccountylibrary.orgKristenAndersonLibrary Director
- [3] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library services (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library services page — exact library-card instructions link
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Your Library Card
- [4] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — Initial card — local residence, work, school or property tax
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Any person who lives, works, attends school or pays property taxes in Modoc County is eligible to receive a Modoc County Library card free of charge. Use of a Modoc County Library card is non-transferrable, i.e., can only be used by the person whose name appears on the card. You may apply for a library card at the main library or any of our branch library locations. To apply for a Modoc County Library card, we require the following information:
- [5] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — Photo identification
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Driver’s license or alternate photo ID
- [6] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · Official library card instructions — Minors — guardian and library account
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
The application card of a minor must be signed by a parent or legal guardian, who must also have a current library card in good standing.
- [7] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · Library card fees — Initial library card
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Any person who lives, works, attends school or pays property taxes in Modoc County is eligible to receive a Modoc County Library card free of charge. Use of a Modoc County Library card is non-transferrable, i.e., can only be used by the person whose name appears on the card. You may apply for a library card at the main library or any of our branch library locations. To apply for a Modoc County Library card, we require the following information:
- [8] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06049 p2
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
If the address on your ID does not match your current address, a piece of mail or other documentation will be requested. If not available, your card will be mailed to you.
- [9] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06049 p5
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
A library card is valid for 2 years unless revoked. Cards in good standing may be renewed.
- [10] MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions (opens in a new tab)
MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY · MODOC COUNTY LIBRARY — library card instructions — 06049 p6
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
If you are unable to visit the library in person due to a medical condition, a disability, or other accessibility problems, please call 233-6326 for service assistance.
- [11] Modoc County Library — Locations (opens in a new tab)
Modoc County Library · Modoc County Library — Locations — 06049 branch directory
Source reviewed October 26, 2026View supporting excerpt
Alturas Main Library 212 W. 3rd St Alturas, CA 96101 United States Get Directions (530) 233-6358