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Observation: Cutler Ridge

Observation Date
12/20/2022
Observer Name
S.Crow
Region
Ogden » Ben Lomond » Cutler Ridge
Location Name or Route
Cutler Ridge
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Cracking
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
Persisting as the name implies, growing more stubborn.
Pencil hard slab above a melt freeze crust covering 4 finger rounding facets.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments
5-10 cm wind slabs scattered on all upper elevations, finding firmer crusts on northern aspects.
Snow Profile
Aspect
North
Elevation
7,700'
Comments
The wind slabs were scattered at upper elevations, transitioning from firm to soft in a matter of a couple feet. Be on your toes.
Once we got into sheltered lower terrain the snow was much softer and more manageable.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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