Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

(3/18/23) A very large avalanche occurred on a W-SW slope around 8800'.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 14, 2023 (+/- 3 days)

Location:
Salmon River (near Pole Creek)

Comments:

A very large avalanche occurred on a W-SW slope around 8800'.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
SW (W)
Start Zone Elev:
8800ft
Size:
D2.5
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

(3/18/23) A very large avalanche occurred on a W-SW slope around 8800'.