Observation: Bear Trap

Observation Date

12/30/2019

Observer Name

Will McKay

Region

Salt Lake » Big Cottonwood Canyon » Bear Trap

Location Name or Route

Bear Trap, Big Cottonwood

Avalanche Problem #1

Problem

Persistent Weak Layer

Trend

Decreasing Danger

Problem #1 Comments

ECT failed at 27 with a depth of 85cm. Clean shear. Noticeable weak layer from October snow. Overall quiet stable.

Snow Profile

Aspect

East

Elevation

9,000'

Today's Observed Danger Rating

Low

Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating

Low