Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Public Field Report

Observation Details

Observation Date:
January 16, 2023
Submitted:
January 16, 2023
Zone or Region:
Soldier and Wood River Valley Mtns
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Prospect Mountain, Sun Valley. Northeast aspect

Signs of Unstable Snow

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

Observations

Noticed what appeared to be a widespread crack upon looking at photograph later. Did not experience any noticeable whumpfing or collapse. Slope angle estimate 25-30 degrees.

Media

Crack appears right of tracks