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Observation: Mill Hollow

Observation Date
12/4/2023
Observer Name
Katz/Nassetta
Region
Uintas » Mill Hollow
Location Name or Route
Mill Hollow
Weather
Sky
Obscured
Precipitation
Light Snowfall
Weather Comments
Skies remained obscured into the early afternoon.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
12"
Snow Surface Conditions
Dense Loose
Snow Characteristics Comments
The density inversion present yesterday (20231203) seems to have settled out.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Wind Loading
Collapsing
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
Recent avalanches were hard to observe given the limited visibility.
Snow Profile
Aspect
East
Elevation
9,100'
Slope Angle
20°
Comments
Sky cover today in Mill Hollow remained obscured into the early afternoon. Wind drifted snow was present in exposed terrain. Loud collapses could be heard underfoot. New snow totals were in the range of 12" or more. A notable ECT result (pictured) revealed how eager the snowpack is to propagate.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
None
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
None
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