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Observation: Moab

Observation Date
2/24/2024
Observer Name
Brian Sparks
Region
Moab
Location Name or Route
Corkscrew Glades
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Same
Problem #1 Comments
Faceted snow at the base of snowpack has gained strength but is still reactive.
ECTP32 with Q1 shear 120cm below snow surface in basal facets indicated that snow pack is stablizing but a very large avalanche could be triggered from a shallow area and could be very dangerous in high consiquence terrain.
Snow Profile
Aspect
Northwest
Elevation
10,900'
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate