Observer Name
Cade Beck - compiled by Brett Kobernik
Observation Date
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Avalanche Date
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Region
Skyline » Ferron Canyon » Cove Creek
Location Name or Route
Head of Cove Creek, Southeast of the top of Ephraim Canyon
Elevation
10,200'
Aspect
East
Trigger
Snowmobiler
Trigger: additional info
Repeater
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
4'
Width
350'
Vertical
100'
Comments
Rider on the slope triggered the slide which broke behind him and he was clear of the slab. Another rider below the slope got dusted but was not caught. The slope was short due to a bench just below it.
Local riders believe this slope may have avalanched in December. It is a usual suspect and avalanches frequently.
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