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Observation: Bloomington Canyon

Observation Date
1/1/2019
Observer Name
Daniel Turner
Region
SE Idaho » Bloomington Canyon
Location Name or Route
WSU Bloomington Canyon Yurt (Snow study plot)
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Speed
Calm
Weather Comments
Beautiful clear day with cold temps.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
3'
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Cold smoke, approximately 8 inches of low density snow on top of a well consolidated snow pack.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Red Flags Comments
Plenty of strong winds from new years eve + 8" of fresh snow to transport
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Same
Snow Profile
Aspect
Southeast
Elevation
7,600'
Slope Angle
10°
Comments
Cold temps and calm winds made for exceptional riding conditions in areas without wind slabs. These cold temps will preserve this fresh snow for some time.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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