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Observation: Beaver Mountain Backcountry

Observation Date
3/18/2021
Observer Name
Toby Weed
Region
Logan » Beaver Mountain Backcountry
Location Name or Route
Beaver Mt. Backside, (both west and east side of south ridge)
Weather
Sky
Scattered
Wind Direction
South
Wind Speed
Light
Weather Comments
Far too warm...
Red Flags
Red Flags
Rapid Warming
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
I sank deeply into loose wet snow on the backside, and I noted elevated danger of wet avalanches in the area.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wet Snow
Trend
Increasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
Wet snow could be an issue on some steep slopes tomorrow because of very warm temperatures
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northwest
Elevation
8,500'
Slope Angle
25°
Comments
It is still possible to return to Beaver Mountain via the Spring Road, but much of the backside area (on the east side of Beaver Mountain) is melted out, at least in spots.
The snow was just too soft for my liking this afternoon on the eastern side of the mountain due to the heat. I was sinking through loose slushy snow all the way to the rocks in places with my skis on.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate