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Observation: Stump Hollow

Observation Date
12/18/2019
Observer Name
Pagnucco
Region
Logan » Beaver Creek » Stump Hollow
Location Name or Route
Stump Hollow
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Weather Comments
flat light day with much more reasonable temps in the mountains than in the valleys
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
12"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Very light dry snow capped with small surface hoar. Easy trailbreaking on supportable base. Great riding conditions though still relatively shallow.
Red Flags
Red Flags Comments
Weakest snow is the top layer. Pretty significant temperature gradient in the upper snowpack causing faceting. New snow also capped with small surface hoar. Great for riding, not so good for when the next load arrives.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northwest
Elevation
7,500'
Slope Angle
30°
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low