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
11/17/2015 - 10:30
Snowpack Observation 		Chickadee Ridge
Mount Rose Area 		Forecaster
02/19/2017 - 12:00
Snowpack Observation 		Tram Ridge / Shirley canyon
Cabin Creek, Deep Creek, or Pole Creek Area 		Heavy snowfall and mini sluff and roller balls Guide
Alpenglow Expeditio
11/05/2012 - 13:30
Snowpack Observation 		Castle Peak
Donner Summit Area 		Forecaster
12/01/2015 - 12:30
Snowpack Observation 		Elephants Hump
Carson Pass Area 		Forecaster
01/10/2010 - 10:00
Snowpack Observation 		Horse Canyon
Bear Valley Area 		Public
02/23/2017 - 12:00
Snowpack Observation 		Tamarack Peak
Mount Rose Area 		Small natural cornice failure on Prolitariate Bowl. 9750', E aspect.Cornice kicks on test slopes produced no signs of slab propagation.Wind slabs were forming from NW winds on E-SE-S-SW aspects with small localized cracking.NW winds scouring ridgelines and loading E aspects in this area. Forecaster
12/20/2012 - 10:50
Snowpack Observation 		Castle Peak
Donner Summit Area 		Forecaster
12/09/2015 - 11:00
Snowpack Observation 		Echo Lake to Flagpole
Echo Summit Area 		Professional Observer

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