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Avalanche: Chalk Creek

Observer Name
Craig Gordon/Johnny Adolphson
Observation Date
Monday, February 24, 2014
Avalanche Date
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Region
Uintas » Upper Weber Canyon » 1000 Peaks » Chalk Creek
Location Name or Route
Darkside
Elevation
10,600'
Aspect
Northeast
Slope Angle
39°
Trigger
Natural
Trigger: additional info
Cornice Triggered
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
Ground Interface
Depth
12'
Width
250'
Vertical
400'
Comments

West winds have been relentless in Uintas leading to yet another large natural slide breaking to the ground

Coordinates