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Observation: USA Bowl

Observation Date
3/26/2020
Observer Name
Keeve, Buhl
Region
Salt Lake » Big Cottonwood Canyon » USA Bowl
Location Name or Route
USA Bowl
Red Flags
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Loading
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Increasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
~30cm new snow, F hardness, relatively well-bonded at interface with the old M/F crust. Minimal slab formation observed. S1 at time of observation.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Increasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments
Signs of previous wind transport from westerly winds. Drifting just shy of ridgelines but no observed slab formation.
Snow Profile
Aspect
South
Elevation
9,100'
Comments
Observations consistent with previous notions of generally well-bonded interfaces in low/mid-elevation S-facing terrain. Winds and temperatures have continued to trend favorably: steady accumulation, minimal slab formation, and excellent skiing on low-angle slopes. With ample snow available for transport, hazard in coming days will likely be determined by wind behavior and temperature trends.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate