Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Public Field Report

Observation Details

Observation Date:
March 8, 2023
Submitted:
March 8, 2023
Zone or Region:
Soldier and Wood River Valley Mtns
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Bridge Creek, S. Of Soldier ski area 6100ft, N. Aspect

Signs of Unstable Snow

Did you see shooting cracks? 
No
Did you experience collapsing or whumpfing? 
Yes, Widespread

Observations

North aspect was a bit more stable than south, but still concerning. Trigger, slip, and propagation all moderate, but structure very poor, 5 lemons.

Advanced Observations

Observed Avalanche Problem #1: 
Deep Persistent Slab
Comments: 
Down 45cm, CT M Q2, ECTP20