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Observation: Provo

Observation Date
1/9/2013
Observer Name
Kobernik/Kendall
Region
Provo
Location Name or Route
South Fork
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Direction
Southwest
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
Mostly calm but moderate speeds along the ridgelines. Very nice day.
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Dense Loose
Faceted Loose
Wind Crust
Melt-Freeze Crust
Rain-Rime Crust
Damp
Snow Characteristics Comments
Sheltered areas still contain excellent riding conditions. Evidence of northwest winds with northwest facing slopes containing wind crusts. Very thin rime zipper crust most pronounced on north aspects, still quite easy to ski through. Sluffing of loose surface snow not as pronounced as a few days back but some activity on the steepest slopes.
Comments

Triggered a few minor wet loose slides on west facing late in the day. Heard about at least two loose snow naturals, one on the north fork road and one off of Bridal Veil. This is the elevation where it appears that the recent near surface facets are most pronounced. Higher elevations still are holding near surface facets but the recent warmer temps have slowed their progression or perhaps even produced a little rounding. This weak layer is cause for concern with the upcoming storms but maybe not too dangerous in places that don't receive too much snow.