Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

(3/5/23) A large avalanche in the upper bowl of Owl Creek. The crown appears to be 3-4 feet deep.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 5, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Owl Creek

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
SE
Start Zone Elev:
9900ft
Size:
D2.5
Type:
U-Unknown
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Depth:
3.5ft
Width:
330ft
Comments:

Crown depth is estimated. Persistent slab that failed in wind-loaded terrain. Unknown whether it was an HS or SS.

Media

(3/5/23) A large avalanche in the upper bowl of Owl Creek. The crown appears to be 3-4 feet deep.