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Observation: South Ridge of Beaver Mountain

Observation Date
1/13/2024
Observer Name
Toby Weed and Matt Barry
Region
Logan » Beaver Mountain Backcountry » South Ridge of Beaver Mountain
Location Name or Route
Beaver Mt. Backcountry, South Ridge
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Precipitation
Moderate Snowfall
Wind Direction
West
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
Cold, with increasing snowfall and wind in the afternoon.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
2'
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Felt a bit inverted due to wind drifting that was obviously intense overnight. Areas with branches, and pine needles littering the snow surface. Hard and softer drifts and fresh cornice buildup observed.
There were pretty good powder conditions in sheltered areas, but the deep snow was a bit inverted, and we could stick our ski poles all the way through the new snow into faceted snow under it.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Recent Avalanches
Collapsing
Poor Snowpack Structure
Snow Profile
Aspect
South
Elevation
8,600'
Slope Angle
10°
Comments
We triggered several large and loud audible collapses or whumpfs. In some cases, we could feel the snow dropping under foot, and bushes would shutter rather violently.
We went into the Beaver Mt Backcountry to examine a large natural avalanche. See the YouTube video below
Video
Today's Observed Danger Rating
High
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
High
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