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Observation: East Ridge, White Pine Knob

Observation Date
3/5/2024
Observer Name
weed, pagnucco
Region
Logan » Logan River » White Pine Canyon » East Ridge, White Pine Knob
Location Name or Route
White Pine Creek, East Ridge, WPK
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Precipitation
Moderate Snowfall
Wind Direction
Southwest
Wind Speed
Strong
Weather Comments
A blustery and snowy day. Snowfall was heavy at times. Blowing snow obscured visibility for most of the afternoon.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
4"
New Snow Density
Medium
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Wind Crust
Snow Characteristics Comments
We found the best conditions in sheltered terrain. Northerly forested areas were the best, with some recent tree bombs due to windy conditions. The snow was inverted, especially where affected by the wind.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Increasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
We noted significant drifting, cornices building outward, and wind slabs thickening.
Snow Profile
Aspect
East
Elevation
8,500'
Slope Angle
28°
Comments
The dust layer from March 1 is very apparent in most areas. Here it was dust within a layer of wind-drifted snow. The new snow from the last few days is pretty well-bonded to the dusty layer.
The southwest wind has no mercy. A powder disaster! Yesterrday's perfect powder was wrecked by the wind on many slopes....
Today, the fresh snow was inverted and it was a chore to break trail.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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