Observation Date
12/9/2023
Observer Name
Gagne/Duvernay
Region
Ogden » Powder Mountain Backcountry
Location Name or Route
Powder Mountain Backcountr
Comments
In all our travels today, we had no collapsing which indicates the PWL is gaining strength and adjusting to the load. Still, the poor snowpack structure is a concern and from what we saw today, still needs more time to adjust.
The two photos show:
- the poor snowpack structure of strong snow over weak snow;
- the location of the faceted layer where our fractures were occurring.
![](https://utahavalanchecenter.org/sites/default/files/styles/observation_image/public/images/observations/2023-24/pit-0.jpg?itok=cE5rsF2e)
![](https://utahavalanchecenter.org/sites/default/files/styles/observation_image/public/images/observations/2023-24/pit-1_0.jpg?itok=0_pPQnAH)
Huge thanks to the snow safety team at Powder Mountain for working with us today to access backcountry terrain adjacent to the resort. The UAC greatly values our partnership with all snow safety professionals.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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