Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Jan 12, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Shaw Mtn

Comments:

Steep, thinly covered rocks on a SW aspect. The avalanche path banks to face south and funnels into a narrow gully. The slide ran about 1,200 vertical feet and piled debris an estimated 20' deep.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
SW (S)
Start Zone Elev:
8800ft
Size:
D2
Type:
WL-Wet Loose
Trigger:
N-Natural