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Observation: Abajos

Observation Date
1/14/2024
Observer Name
Chase wesley
Region
Abajos
Location Name or Route
Old ski resort
Red Flags
Red Flags
Cracking
Collapsing
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
Persistent weak layer present approx 18in out of 36 in deep snowpack. Thin weak layer that would easily broke through to weak layers underneath. Snow on top of weak layer was not forming a slab.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #2 Comments
New snow in recent storms we very heavy and dense. Did observe minor collapsing and cracking on skin track on way up but no propigation was present.
Comments
Overall good day to get out. Would rate as moderate danger. Skinning quality is good, skiiing quality was sub par.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate