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Observation: South Ridge of Beaver Mountain

Observation Date
12/20/2020
Observer Name
William Rouse
Region
Logan » Beaver Mountain Backcountry » South Ridge of Beaver Mountain
Location Name or Route
Beaver backside
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Cracking
Rapid Warming
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Increasing Danger
Problem #1 Comments
Snow on and around ridgelines is chalky in appearance and cracks easily. Cornices are forming and are sensitive
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments
Noticed that the slab on tob is more cohesive. Rain at lower elevations around 7000'
Comments
Warm today and the snow has deformed significantly. Slab on top is harder and more cohesive. Wind has affected ridgelines and cornices are forming. These new cornices are sensitive. Rain has affected the snow at lower elevations and we saw rollerballs at temple fork. Trace amount of new snow today higher. These layers should make an excellent base but there are many rocks exposed on the backside.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
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