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Observation: Neeley Bowl

Observation Date
1/6/2024
Observer Name
Craig Gordon/Chad Brackelsberg
Region
Uintas » Neeley Bowl
Location Name or Route
Wolf Creek Pass
Weather
Sky
Few
Wind Direction
Northwest
Wind Speed
Calm
Weather Comments
Low clouds lifted about mid morning, revealing a cold, winter-like stunning day and a fresh coat of white paint
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
6"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
More of an eye-wash than a reset... ultra-low density snow (fist minus) and a little bit of riming did little to cushion old snow surfaces, but it made for some great sight-seeing
Red Flags
Red Flags
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
Mid December drought NSF is absurdly weak
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Problem #1 Comments
The south half of the range is shallow and harbors some of the weakest snow I've seen. The December drought layer is in your face and glaringly apparent, but shallow zones have issues near the ground as well.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
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