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Observation: North Ogden Divide

Observation Date
12/26/2015
Observer Name
Mike H
Region
Ogden » North Ogden Canyon » North Ogden Divide
Location Name or Route
North Ogden Divide- South Skyline trail
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Direction
Northwest
Wind Speed
Calm
Weather Comments
Brisk cold weather out there this morning. Cold Clear night with little wind.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
3'
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Wind Crust
Snow Characteristics Comments
Snow surface conditions ranged from small surface hoar to wind scoured terrain, and wind loaded terrain. ski conditions were surprisingly decent.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Recent Avalanches
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Loading
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
Lots of wind loading and natural avalanches d1-d2 along the skyline trail. Rain/ice crust about 40cm down is creating a vapor barrier promoting rapid development of large facets which are continuing to grow beneath, as well as providing a 'great' bed surface for new snow to slide on.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
Definitely a lurking loaded gun. Snowpack structure is touchy and avalanches will be large and destructive if triggered.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #2 Comments
Lots of loading and obvious signs of instability from the winds during the last storm.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northeast
Elevation
7,300'
Slope Angle
24°
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
Coordinates