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
03/15/2016 - 10:00

Avalanche Observation
Mt. Judah

Donner Summit Area
Forecaster
03/15/2016 - 09:28

Snowpack Observation
North side of Carson Pass

Carson Pass Area
Public
03/15/2016 - 03:00

Avalanche Observation
Below the Cornice in Polaris Bowl

Luther Pass Area (including Job and Freel)
Public
03/14/2016 - 12:00

Avalanche Observation
Relay Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
03/14/2016 - 11:30

Snowpack Observation
Jakes Peak

West Shore Area
Forecaster
03/14/2016 - 11:12

Avalanche Observation
East gully

Luther Pass Area (including Job and Freel)
Public
03/14/2016 - 11:00

Snowpack Observation
Powderhouse Peak

Luther Pass Area (including Job and Freel)
Wind affected snow near the base of Powderhouse. Settlement coneWind affected snow near summit.Small crack in snow mid slope on Powderhouse. Professional Observer
03/14/2016 - 10:00

Snowpack Observation
Waterhouse

Luther Pass Area (including Job and Freel)
, Public
03/14/2016 - 09:00

Avalanche Observation
North Side Castle Peak

Donner Summit Area
Forecaster
03/14/2016 - 09:00

Avalanche Observation
Mt. Tallac

Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Public
03/13/2016 - 14:00

Snowpack Observation
Incline Peak

Mount Rose Area
Educator

Sierra Nevada Colle
03/13/2016 - 12:30

Snowpack Observation
Silver Peak

Cabin Creek, Deep Creek, or Pole Creek Area
Forecaster
03/13/2016 - 12:00

Avalanche Observation
Above Fontanillis Lake

Desolation Wilderness Area (including Emerald Bay)
Forecaster
03/13/2016 - 12:00

Snowpack Observation
Carson Pass

Carson Pass Area
Shooting cracks in wind slab.Looking down a small test slope that was easily triggered by stomping above it.Looking up the same test slope. Professional Observer
03/13/2016 - 08:30

Avalanche Observation
North of Mt. Judah

Donner Summit Area
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