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Observation: Duchesne Ridge

Observation Date
12/4/2024
Observer Name
Katz/Ambler/Servais
Region
Uintas » Duchesne Ridge
Location Name or Route
Mill Hollow Environs
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Speed
Calm
Weather Comments
Midday temperatures were hot enough to melt lots of snow surfaces, and calm winds contributed to the apparent heat.
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Faceted Loose
Melt-Freeze Crust
Damp
Snow Characteristics Comments
Skiing and riding conditions on shady slopes are worsening as the snowpack continues to weaken, and the snowpack becomes less supportable.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Poor Snowpack Structure
Snow Profile
Aspect
East
Elevation
9,400'
Slope Angle
30°
Today in Mill Hollow was another high pressure beach day. Forming surface hoar can be observed in multiple drainage bottoms (two examples pictured). Relative to previously observed shady slopes, digging in a sunny ESE chosen pit location provided information into what a more supportable, less sandbox style snowpack might hold. With the trend of diurnal melts and freezes, more solar slopes are becoming increasingly viable for shallow, creamy recreation.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
None
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
None
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