Observer Name
UAC Staff
Observation Date
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Avalanche Date
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Region
Salt Lake » Big Cottonwood Canyon » Mineral Fork
Location Name or Route
Mineral Fork
Elevation
9,500'
Aspect
Northeast
Slope Angle
40°
Trigger
Explosive
Trigger: additional info
Intentionally Triggered
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
2.5'
Width
150'
Vertical
400'
Comments
Explosive controlled avalanche failed at steep, rocky break over mid slope. 2'-3' deep average depth and up to 5' deep in spots.
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