Disasters Close MTTA's South District and Mount Rainier National Park
On November 5th and 6th, 2006, 17 inches of rain fell on the slopes of Mt. Rainier, resulting in a phenomenal surge in the Nisqually River. This surge washed away over 100 feet of approach to the 1-Road bridge which provides the only public access to MTTA's South District. It also washed away a quarter-mile of the Nisqually Road which provides access to the Paradise area of Mount Rainier National Park. For the National Park's coverage of this disaster and some amazing photos, see Images of the Flood 2006.
We Need Your Help.
With the South District closure, MTTA will not receive donations and reservation fees from approximately 3/4 of our system. More than ever, MTTA needs your help. Please consider an online gift and check out other ways to help MTTA. We appreciate your help in this time of need.
A Silver Lining
For MTTA's 2006/2007 Season response, see Expanded North District Operations.
October 13th, 2007 Update
The South District, including
access to High Hut, Snow Bowl and the Yurt, will remain closed throughout the 2007/2008 winter season. For more information, see
South District Closure, October 13th, 2007, letter from the board.
