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Observation: Soapstone

Observation Date
2/4/2021
Observer Name
Davis
Region
Uintas » Soapstone
Location Name or Route
Soapstone
Red Flags
Red Flags
Recent Avalanches
Wind Loading
Cracking
Collapsing
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
The persistent weak layer that has been an issue all season is still active. On north and northeast aspects this layer was anywhere from the ground to about 35 to 45cm above ground. Riding conditions are especially tricky off trial as the snow is thin and lacking any cohesive structure.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #2 Comments
Yesterdays storm and high winds produced a new layer of snow across much of the SW Uintahs. Along out route we noticed multiple (artificial) cracks(ing) and a natural avalanche within this layer.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northeast
Elevation
9,800'
Video
Small avalanche spotted that likely occurred last night or early this morning on a NE facing slope.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
Coordinates