Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

(3/11/23) A very large avalanche occurred on a west facing slope around 10,000' in Gladiator Creek.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 10, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Gladiator Creek

Comments:

A very large avalanche occurred on a west facing slope around 10,000' in Gladiator Creek. The crown was filled in during the storm, but the large pile of debris is visible in the bottom of the path.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
W (SW,NW)
Start Zone Elev:
10000ft
Size:
D3
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

(3/11/23) A very large avalanche occurred on a west facing slope around 10,000' in Gladiator Creek.