Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Public Field Report

Observation Details

Observation Date:
January 16, 2020
Submitted:
January 17, 2020
Zone or Region:
Soldier and Wood River Valley Mtns
Activity:
Other
Location:
Between Smoky Bar and Couch Summit

Observed Avalanches

Did you observe any avalanches? 
Yes
Avalanche Type:
Soft Slab
Size:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to people
Elevation:
5534'
Aspect:
SW
Comments:
1/4 mile south of Placer Creek, about 5 to 6 feet across groomed trail.
Photo:

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

This slide occurred between two snowmobiles going through on trail and the time I came through in snow cat. About 10 minutes in between. Approximate time of day: 7:00 PM.