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Observation: Empire Pass

Observation Date
1/18/2024
Observer Name
Dani C
Region
Salt Lake » Park City Ridgeline » Empire Pass
Location Name or Route
Empire Pass
Red Flags
Red Flags
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
PWL still present in NE aspect slope with poor snowpack. ECTP 22 propagation present at 70cm above fauceted layer.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
New Snow
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments
Snowpack appears to be adjusting well to the new snow that has fallen over the last 2 days. ECTP 6 results present in interface between new and old snow on NE aspect pit due to layer of graupel formed.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northeast
Elevation
8,900'
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
Coordinates