Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Natural slab avalanche observed on Paymaster Peak in the Hyndman Ck drainage in the Pioneer Mtns.

Observer:
Professional

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
May 9, 2022 (+/- 1 week)

Location:
Pioneer Mtns: Hyndman Ck - Paymaster Peak

Comments:

Natural slab, unknown failure date, observed on May 13. Likely failed on old April crust or crust+FC interface.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
N
Start Zone Elev:
9600ft
Size:
D2
Type:
U-Unknown
Trigger:
N-Natural
Depth:
1.5ft
Width:
200ft

Media

Natural slab avalanche observed on Paymaster Peak in the Hyndman Ck drainage in the Pioneer Mtns.