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Observation: Logan

Observation Date
3/10/2021
Observer Name
Pagnucco, L Weed
Region
Logan
Location Name or Route
Garden City Bowls
Weather
Sky
Scattered
Wind Direction
Northwest
Wind Speed
Light
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
1"
New Snow Density
Medium
Snow Characteristics Comments
Dust on crust conditions today. Softened up in the direct sun exposure and in the afternoon. Cooler temps kept true corn conditions at bay.
Red Flags
Red Flags Comments
Facets are unlikely a factor anymore. Buried deeply and have become moist. The slab above is dense and ranges from 3-5' thick.
Snow Profile
Aspect
East
Elevation
8,700'
Slope Angle
23°
Comments
Very firm and icy hard conditions for uphill travel. Sun exposed slopes softened a bit though cooler temps kept things from getting mushy.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low