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Observation: Circle Awl

Observation Date
1/28/2024
Observer Name
Michael B
Region
Salt Lake » Big Cottonwood Canyon » Circle Awl
Location Name or Route
Butler Fork - Circle Awl Peak
Red Flags
Red Flags
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wet Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
I snowshed to Circle Awl Peak and found damp snow especially on sun exposed snow. There was a light suncrust after sunset.
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wet Snow
Trend
Same
Problem #2 Comments
I saw some wet releases or sluffs off of Gobblers and Raymond. It appeared that these areas were definitely being avoided
Comments
I snowshoed using the winter route to Circle Awl. The snow up trail was a bit damp on exposed slopes. No concerns with the snow-pack.
I snowshoed through powder to lightly suncrusted snow on the way choosing low angle terrain in the Aspen or pines as best possible.
The weather was 40ish on top with no wind. There was 1-2" of new snow.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate