These observations document past conditions at a small and variable scale. They are not to be confused with an avalanche forecast. They come from a variety of sources. We can only vouch for the quality of those produced by the SAC forecasters and professional observers.
Date and time of observation or avalanche occurrence Location Media Observation made by
04/06/2014 - 13:00
Avalanche Observation 		Drainage into Crater Lake
Carson Pass Area
Public
03/13/2016 - 12:00
Avalanche Observation 		Above Fontanillis Lake
Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Forecaster
01/04/2017 - 16:00
Avalanche Observation 		Jakes Peak
West Shore Area
Deep Slab at 8600' below treeline terrain.
Bed surface with some debris
Looking down part of avalanche path.
5' of recent storm snow on top of 12/15 rain crust and NCF's.
 Forecaster
12/16/2014 - 13:23
Avalanche Observation 		North east of Grouse Rock
Blackwood Canyon or Ward Canyon Area
Public
04/09/2016 - 12:00
Avalanche Observation 		Tamarack Peak
Mount Rose Area 		Public
01/21/2017 - 13:20
Avalanche Observation 		Manzanita Bowl, Slide Mtn
Mount Rose Area
Crossing couloir with slide below skier
Skiing debris field after controlled ski cut release
24" diameter tree avy damage from last storm cycle. Debris already buried
 Public
02/28/2010 - 13:30
Avalanche Observation 		South facing slope near Mt. Ralston below Cup Lake
Echo Summit Area
Public
02/09/2015 - 10:00
Avalanche Observation 		Relay Peak
Mount Rose Area 		Forecaster
03/31/2010 - 04:00
Avalanche Observation 		Becker Peak
Echo Summit Area
Professional Observer
03/06/2010 - 13:30
Avalanche Observation 		Angora Peak
Echo Summit Area
Forecaster
02/28/2015 - 12:00
Avalanche Observation 		Silver Peak
Cabin Creek, Deep Creek, or Pole Creek Area
Forecaster
01/01/2011 - 10:00
Avalanche Observation 		Steven's Peak, Eastern Slopes
Carson Pass Area
Public
02/25/2011 - 12:30
Avalanche Observation 		Barney's
Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
02/25/2017 - 13:30
Avalanche Observation 		Incline peak ENE bowl approx 9000 ft
Mount Rose Area
Public
03/20/2011 - 10:00
Avalanche Observation 		Powderhouse
Luther Pass Area (including Job and Freel)
Professional Observer

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