Observation: Pioneer Ridge

Observation Date
12/26/2016
Observer Name
Craig Gordon/Ted Scroggin
Region
Salt Lake » Big Cottonwood Canyon » Pioneer Ridge
Location Name or Route
Pioneer Ridge
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Direction
North
Wind Speed
Calm
Weather Comments
Spectacular day in the Wasatch. Mostly sunny skies and warm sun.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
12"
New Snow Density
Medium
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Dense Loose
Snow Characteristics Comments

A great morning to take the monster truck out for a spin. We found excellent turning conditions... soft, creamy, cold snow on a mostly supportable MF base.

Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Problem #1 Comments

Recent winds and snow have created some pockety, yet predictably manageable slabs on steep, leeward slopes.

Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate