Sawatch

Avalanche

Richard Rogers · Dec 21, 2016 · Sawatch

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Weather

Sun with increasing clouds(am)-overcast(pm). Calm-light winds, warm temps. Max Elev. 11750ft, Hartenstein/Turner Peak. S-SW-W-NW.

Snowpack

HS 122cm, widespread wind slabs formed, still areas of protected soft snow @ 9000-11750ft, Hartenstein/Turner Peak. All aspects.

Avalanche

Approx. Elev. 12000ft, ENE, west of Hartenstein Lake. N, R2-3 D3, approx. 400-500ft wide, approx. 3-10Ft crown.