Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

General Information

(3/5/23) A heavily wind-loaded area in a steep, north facing alpine bowl at 10,000'. This large avalanche wrapped around many terrain features.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 5, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Salmon River Headwaters - Saviers Peak

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
N (NE,NW)
Start Zone Elev:
10000ft
Size:
D2.5
Type:
HS-Hard Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Bed Surface:
O-Old Snow
Width:
1480ft

Media

(3/5/23) A heavily wind-loaded area in a steep, north facing alpine bowl at 10,000'. This large avalanche wrapped around many terrain features.