Sheep Creek Avalanche

Sheep Creek Avalanche

Date
Activity
Skiing

SS-ASc-R3-D1.5-I

 

Ski cut on belay a SS avalanche out of the start zone of this N facing slope in Sheep Creek basin. The crown was 4-16" deep and broke into the rocks on skier's right, as well as skirted the bottom of the rock wall skier's left. Winds along the Mineral ridge were moderate gusting strong from the south with active transport observed. 

Region
Cooke City
Location (from list)
Sheep Creek