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Observation: Bloomington Peak

Observation Date
2/22/2024
Observer Name
Daniel Turner
Region
Logan » Southeast Idaho » Bloomington Canyon » Bloomington Peak
Location Name or Route
Bloomington Peak
Weather
Sky
Broken
Wind Speed
Calm
Weather Comments
A beautiful day with a mix of clouds, light snow flurrys and sun. Winds were calm, Temps were in the low 30's
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
10"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Exceptional riding conditions. 25cm (9.8") of low to moderate-density snow. About 25cm down is a 1cm crust followed by progressively more dense snow. The top 100cm of snow appears to be right side up. Standardized Tests: compression test produced, CT6 PC @176cm (on top of thin 1cm crust) and CT19 PC @160cm (density change) ECTX. See photo for density profile.
Red Flags
Red Flags Comments
Warming trends could certainly play a role in increased Avi danger and instability.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
9.5"
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #2 Comments
@25cm and 45cm down in the snowpack
Snow Profile
Aspect
Southeast
Elevation
8,500'
Slope Angle
15°
Comments
Overall, this weekend should be excellent,
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
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