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Observation: Smith-Moorehouse

Observation Date
1/24/2021
Observer Name
Climbing4Fun
Region
Uintas » Smith-Moorehouse
Location Name or Route
Smith and Morehouse
Red Flags
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Loading
Cracking
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Problem #1 Comments
Persistent weak layer. Hard layer about 20cm down on SSE face at 9900'. Cracks and collapsing under our skin track. Right side of snowpit failed while cutting the upslope slice.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments
New snow depth at altitude ranged from 8"-20" resting on a persistent weak layer.
Snow Profile
Aspect
South
Elevation
9,900'
Comments
55 CM total depth. Failed at 20cm. Facets below 20cm. Cracks shooting out from skis on skin track.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
High
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
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