Field Report

Sawatch - CO

2025/03/12
Lat: 39.108, Lon: -106.545
Backcountry Area: Sawatch
Author: Will Barrett
Organization: Forecaster, CAIC

Report Information

Observation Summary

Snow depth on the road ranged from 18-30" from the seasonal closure gate to Beeler Grade. Along Beeler four avalanches have crossed the road depositing 10-15' of snow on the road.

Area Description

Central Sawatch on the east side of Independence Pass.

Route Description

I skied up HWY 82 from the seasonal closure to Beeler Grade.

Avalanches

Saw an avalanche

The avalanches that I saw were old, most likely from around 2/14.

Snowpack

Cracking: None
Collapsing: None

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