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Observation: Reynolds Glades

Observation Date
12/21/2019
Observer Name
K. Ansari
Region
Salt Lake » Big Cottonwood Canyon » Reynolds Pk » Reynolds Glades
Location Name or Route
Reynolds Glades
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
Dug a pit and performed and ECT in the Reynold's Glades area. NW-facing slope at 9,012 feet. Located the persistent weak layer at approx. 81cm deep but yielded ECTNR. I was eventually able to get a failure with very firm pressure during a shovel shear test. Though the weak layer is deep and not very reactive, hitting the right spot in steep terrain could be bad news.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Problem #2 Comments
Noticed small cornices forming and signs of wind loading on east-facing aspects.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate