Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

This avalanche was observed in the W Fk of the E Fk of the Salmon RIver, on the backside of Senate Peak. Based on the location of the crown it likely failed on a recently buried weak layer. E-aspect at 10,100'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Feb 24, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
W Fk E Fk Salmon

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
E
Start Zone Elev:
10100ft
Size:
D1.5
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

This avalanche was observed in the W Fk of the E Fk of the Salmon RIver, on the backside of Senate Peak. Based on the location of the crown it likely failed on a recently buried weak layer. E-aspect at 10,100'.