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Observation: Chalk Creek
Observation Date
12/29/2023
Observer Name
Craig Gordon
Region
Uintas » Chalk Creek
Location Name or Route
Upper Chalk Creek
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Direction
South
Wind Speed
Calm
Weather Comments
Beautiful day on the eastern front. Warm temps, light winds, clear skies.
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Faceted Loose
Snow Characteristics Comments
The surface snow is extremely weak. Loud pow, good turns, and easy travel.... but today's
NSF
is tomorrow's problem child if this layer is buried and preserved.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Problem #1 Comments
Dormant for the moment... the midpack PWL isn't healing and will come back to life when winter returns from its hiatus.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northeast
Elevation
10,000'
Slope Angle
35°
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low
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