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Observation: Castle Peak

Observation Date
12/31/2024
Observer Name
Wes S, Sam T
Region
Uintas » Castle Peak
Location Name or Route
Castle Peak
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Speed
Light
Weather Comments
Very cold crisp and beautiful. The perfect post-storm day to be in the mountains.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
8"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Hero snow.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall
Poor Snowpack Structure
Red Flags Comments
We found the PWL under almost a meter of snow and was more stubborn to trigger.
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Avalanche Problem #2
Problem
Wind Drifted Snow
Trend
Decreasing Danger
Problem #2 Comments
We found no signs of much of a wind slab. Upper ridge lines were soft cornice and un-cohesive soft wind deposited snow.
Snow Profile
Aspect
East
Elevation
10,100'
Slope Angle
24°
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Considerable
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Considerable
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