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Observation: Trial Lake

Observation Date
3/18/2021
Observer Name
Wes
Region
Uintas » Trial Lake
Location Name or Route
Trial Lake Area
Weather
Sky
Scattered
Wind Direction
South
Wind Speed
Strong
Weather Comments
Ridge lines presented quite strong winds and there was a considerable amount of snow transport. I popped out a few small wind slabs on upper elevations North through West aspects.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
8"
New Snow Density
Medium
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Wind Crust
Damp
Snow Characteristics Comments
I found crusts, damp new snow, and wind boards. I triggered a few small wind slabs ~ 6" and one sizable loose wet point release that entrained enough snow for a 3-4' deep debris pile and ran 400-500' vert on a east aspect.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Recent Avalanches
Wind Loading
Cracking
Collapsing
Rapid Warming
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wet Snow
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
The loose wet that chased my ski tracks down the mountain seemed to be the most concerning. Most wind slabs were fairly small.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low
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