Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

This slide in the Snowslide Ck drainage in the western Smoky Mtns naturally released on March 5th. E-NE aspect near 9400'. Sun Valley Heli Ski photo.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 5, 2023 (Exact)

Location:
Snowslide Creek - western Smoky Mtns

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
E (NE)
Start Zone Elev:
9400ft
Size:
D2.5
Type:
U-Unknown
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Width:
1000ft

Media

This slide in the Snowslide Ck drainage in the western Smoky Mtns naturally released on March 5th. E-NE aspect near 9400'. Sun Valley Heli Ski photo.