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Observation: Beaver Mountain Backcountry

Observation Date
3/13/2021
Observer Name
Pagnucco
Region
Logan » Beaver Mountain Backcountry
Location Name or Route
Beaver Mt periphery
Weather
Sky
Broken
Weather Comments
Greybird day. Sun tried to make an appearance but was stifled by high clouds. Warm temps towards afternoon. Snow was cold in shaded northerly terrain.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
1"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Characteristics Comments
Dust in crust conditions. Cold surface snow in the shade and somewhat softer in sun.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
Went hunting for some facets and found some on a 8700' WNW facing slope. Shallower pack in this zone - 95cm. ECTP20 @ 48cm - top of facets.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northwest
Elevation
8,700'
Slope Angle
22°
Comments
Facets are 3-5mm.
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Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low