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Observation: Uintas

Observation Date
1/25/2024
Observer Name
Shirey, Manship
Region
Uintas
Location Name or Route
Norway Flats
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Precipitation
Light Snowfall
Wind Direction
Southeast
Wind Speed
Light
Weather Comments
Overall a nice day in the mountains compared to recent storms. Light winds, mild temps, and a consistent s-1 snowfall.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
4"
New Snow Density
Medium
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Solars had a light zipper crust but most other areas were supportable and skied great.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Collapsing
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
The 1F slab in gaining even more strength in this area. 1F is almost leaning towards pencil hardness and over 40cm thick. The PWL has gained some strength and is not reacting in pit tests but it is still dry loose 3-4 mm facets and over 50 cm thick. I believe its starting to round but has a long way to go for any significant healing.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northwest
Elevation
10,300'
Slope Angle
14°
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
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