Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

This small persistent slab avalanche was triggered remotely on Friday by riders playing in low angle terrain. 8500', N, Western Smoky Mountains.

Observer:
Public

Verified by SAC?
No

Occurrence Date:
Jan 8, 2021 (Exact)

Location:
Location uncertain but in the mountains around Smiley Creek

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
NE (N,NE)
Start Zone Elev:
8600ft
Size:
D1
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
AM-Snowmobile
r-Remote
Width:
30ft
Start Zone Slope:
40°
Vertical Fall:
50ft

Media

This small persistent slab avalanche was triggered remotely on Friday by riders playing in low angle terrain. 8500', N, Western Smoky Mountains.
Public Field Report: Western Smoky
Public Field Report: Western Smoky