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Observation: Steam Mill Peak

Observation Date
1/17/2015
Observer Name
Chris Sisneros
Region
Logan » Franklin Basin » Hells Kitchen » Steam Mill Peak
Location Name or Route
Steam Mill Peak
Weather
Sky
Clear
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
4"
New Snow Density
Medium
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Red Flags Comments
The wind loading was visible from the bottom of Hell's Kitchen Canyon. Lots of cross loading and a cornice forming on the main peak and bowl beneath it.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Snow Profile
Aspect
East
Elevation
8,500'
Slope Angle
25°
Comments
It was a good day for low angle glory turns. Significant wind loading on North to East facing slopes kept us off the big stuff. A little bit of powder on top of a supportable base and the beautiful weather made for a great day of easy skiing.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate