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Observation: Moab

Observation Date
1/10/2014
Observer Name
Evan Clapper
Region
Moab
Location Name or Route
North Woods
Weather
Sky
Obscured
Wind Direction
South
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
Wind Direction was shifting. Snow was actively being transported from the surface and trees. Felt cold at tree line. Constant clouds above but good visibility.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
5"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Did not travel above tree line. Some places were just dust on crust, others had blown in nicely. Firm crusts underneath were supportive but made for awkward riding where previous tracks existed. Loose facets below 2-4" crusts but I never punched through. Trees were Rimed and it appeared as if there were surface hoar feather crystals which had rimed as well.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Poor Snowpack Structure
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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