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Observation: Ogden

Observation Date
1/21/2022
Observer Name
Daniel Turner
Region
Ogden
Location Name or Route
Skyline
Weather
Sky
Broken
Wind Direction
North
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
A little of everything. Cool temps in the am, low visibility, PM broken sky and glips of the sun.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
4"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Wind Crust
Snow Characteristics Comments
4" of low density snow on top of a stout crust.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
LOts of signs of wind driffing and wind loading near skyline ridge.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northeast
Elevation
7,400'
Slope Angle
27°
Comments
Generally the snowpack in this area appears to be right-side up with a few stout crusts in the upper 30cm. Some instability was observed with the new snow interface aproximatly 10cm down. No signs of PWL from early season.
Todays storm was a much needed freshen up. Riding conditions were really quite good if you stayed light on your feet.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low