Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

This very large natural avalanche failed on the E face of Eureka Peak, near Smiley Creek. This crown is at around 10,000'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Dec 4, 2022 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Eureka Peak

Comments:

Likelyoccurred early morning of 12/5.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
E
Start Zone Elev:
10000ft
Size:
D3
Type:
HS-Hard Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

This very large natural avalanche failed on the E face of Eureka Peak, near Smiley Creek. This crown is at around 10,000'.