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
03/14/2017 - 13:00

Avalanche Observation
West Ridge of Mt. Tallac

Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Loose wet avalanche size D1.5-D2 triggered by natural cornice collapse.
Forecaster
03/14/2016 - 09:00

Avalanche Observation
Mt. Tallac

Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Public
04/09/2017 - 12:00

Avalanche Observation
Ginny Lake

Mount Rose Area
Public
12/03/2014 - 01:00

Avalanche Observation
Far East Ridge Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
04/13/2017 - 19:00

Avalanche Observation
East Bowl Chutes

Mount Rose Area
Public
12/13/2014 - 11:30

Avalanche Observation
Near Elephant's Back

Carson Pass Area
Public
04/15/2016 - 12:10

Avalanche Observation
Castle Peak

Donner Summit Area
Forecaster
03/08/2010 - 13:15

Avalanche Observation
Far East Ridge of Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
04/08/2010 - 16:00

Avalanche Observation
Castle Peak

Donner Summit Area
Forecaster
11/27/2010 - 15:00

Avalanche Observation
Below ridgeline cliffs on south side/west end of Caples Lake

Carson Pass Area
Public
02/19/2011 - 11:35

Avalanche Observation
Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
01/06/2018 - 03:00

Avalanche Observation
Elephant's Back

Carson Pass Area
Public
03/07/2011 - 13:00

Avalanche Observation
Dogleg Chute, Maggie's Peaks South

Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Public
11/11/2015 - 11:30

Avalanche Observation
Elephants Back NE face

Carson Pass Area
Public
03/25/2011 - 06:00

Avalanche Observation
Crystal Bay N

Mount Rose Area
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