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Observation: Mill Hollow

Observation Date
2/4/2021
Observer Name
Gordon, Nassetta, Manship
Region
Uintas » Mill Hollow
Location Name or Route
Mill Hollow
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Precipitation
Light Snowfall
Wind Direction
Northwest
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
Wind loading along upper elevation ridges, but not getting into protected terrain.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
6"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Nice refresh providing great riding conditions.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Red Flags Comments
Wind loading isolated to open terrain near and above treeline.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
It feels like the snowpack gained some body the past few days and sandboxing not as widespread. None-the-less, PWL is the obvious dragon.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Problem #2 Comments
Very manageable today, but might become a bit more widespread with upcoming storm and increased winds.
Snow Profile
Aspect
East
Elevation
9,500'
Slope Angle
10°
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
Coordinates