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Observation: Bob's Knob

Observation Date
12/1/2022
Observer Name
Josh Martineau
Region
Provo » Provo Canyon » Timpanogos » Bob's Knob
Location Name or Route
Bobs Knob, Aspen Grove
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Cracking
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Problem #1 Comments
We observed a surprising amount of wind-drifted snow, especially on ridgelines. Ridges that were fully covered in snow yesterday were barren and rocky today. Snow drifts formed sensitive slabs, especially on ridgelines. We found 30-40 feet cracks, lots of cornices, and sastrugi in exposed areas. These wind drifts formed on top of weaker snow.
Comments
Image below of large cracks.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
Coordinates