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Observation: Upper Collins area

Observation Date
10/31/2022
Observer Name
Kelly
Region
Salt Lake » Little Cottonwood Canyon » Alta Ski Area » Upper Collins area
Location Name or Route
Collin Gulch
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Direction
Southeast
Wind Speed
Calm
Snow Characteristics
Snow Characteristics Comments
Noted some surface faceting on protected north facing slopes. About an inch +/- of weaker feathery crystals in wind protected un-skied areas. South and west facing slopes were softening up and melting with a breakable surface crust in the AM hours that was very springlike.
Comments
Good day to get out and see where the snow is sitting in starting zones. I like to get out early season to see the slight off aspects that might hold more old snow and use this information for terrain selection and planning throughout the season.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low
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