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Observation: Wolf Creek Pass

Observation Date
12/15/2015
Observer Name
Craig Gordon
Region
Uintas » Nobletts » Wolf Creek Pass
Location Name or Route
Wolf Creek Bowl
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Precipitation
Light Snowfall
Wind Direction
Northwest
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
Weather not affecting snow stability
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
12"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments

Light, blower pow not adding enough weight to tip the scales.

Red Flags
Red Flags
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
Yep... snowpack is weak, but it hasn't received a good thump in terms of water or wind.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Problem #1 Comments

Comments

The Uinta's are slowly filling in, but remain pretty thin, especially on the south half of the range.

These moose? Why yes, apparently they're loose

Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate