Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

This avalanche naturally released on March 5th in the western Smoky Mtns on a NE aspect near 9000'. Sun Valley Heli Ski photo.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 5, 2023 (Exact)

Location:
Pinyon Gulch - western Smoky Mtns

Comments:

Pinned location is approximate.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
NE (E)
Start Zone Elev:
9000ft
Size:
D2
Type:
SS-Soft Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Width:
100ft

Media

This avalanche naturally released on March 5th in the western Smoky Mtns on a NE aspect near 9000'. Sun Valley Heli Ski photo.