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Observation: Upper Weber Canyon

Observation Date
2/16/2019
Observer Name
Staples et al
Region
Uintas » Upper Weber Canyon
Location Name or Route
Upper Weber Canyon
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
The main issue is weak snow at the ground. There could be others but this is all I found today. It is getting buried deeply.
To get an avalanche on this layer at the ground you would most likely need to be on a wind loaded slope. It may be possible elsewhere, but these places are where I’d be most nervous.
It would also be hard to trigger. It could be the 1st person or the 10tb person.
Tracks on a slope are ZERO indication of stability.
Comments
Rode through several canyons. The snowpack is getting deep. Snow that has fallen since February 2nd makes up about a third of the snowpack.
The new snow is very supportable and you can ride anywhere.
Despite the avalanche danger. You can ride many places. The photo below is a good example of terrain to avoid
The powder is great. The next photo is a good example of where to ride to avoid avalanches. Spot the sledder ripping downhill powder.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
None
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
None
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