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Observation: Beaver Mountain Backcountry

Observation Date
11/10/2022
Observer Name
Pagnucco
Region
Logan » Beaver Mountain Backcountry
Location Name or Route
Beaver Mountain Backcountry
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Precipitation
Light Snowfall
Wind Speed
Light
Weather Comments
Cold day
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
20"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Superlight density powder sitting on a bit more dense new snow. Mid winter conditions.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall
Wind Loading
Red Flags Comments
No obvious red flags where I traveled today. I imagine at higher elevations the new snow is deeper and putting more stress on areas that hold older, weaker snow. Found facets at the ground but non-reactive to ECT.
Snow Profile
Aspect
North
Elevation
8,800'
Slope Angle
20°
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate