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Observation: Brianhead Backcountry

Observation Date
2/26/2021
Observer Name
Brian Head Ski Patrol
Region
Southwest » Brian Head Backcountry
Location Name or Route
Brian Head - Outskirts Gate - SW
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
Ground facet layer has been healing on S slopes, but wind and sun crust layers create additional problems higher in the snowpack
Snow Profile
Aspect
Southwest
Elevation
10,800'
Comments
CT 12 in wind and sun crusts at 45cm
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
Coordinates