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Observation: Rodeo Ridge

Observation Date
1/31/2023
Observer Name
brian smith
Region
Ogden » Ben Lomond » Rodeo Ridge
Location Name or Route
Rodeo Ridge
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Speed
Calm
Weather Comments
cold, clear and calm
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Nice dry snow on all aspects except straight south, a shallow zipper sun crust on the south. No wind below 8000ft.
Red Flags
Red Flags Comments
saw no red flags today. Surprised to see the surface without any surface hoar.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
I was able to get a shovel shear to break on facets at 20 inches below the surface at 7800ft. No propagation on ECT though. Could be a player if under a wind slab.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Problem #2 Comments
Wind drifts now are partially buried and a little harder so see. Stomping around they were not very reactive.
Comments
Photos:
1. Near surface facets
2. Near surface facets enlarged
3. Snow surface without surface hoar
4. Wind loading less obvious
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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