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Observation: Providence Canyon

Observation Date
1/17/2025
Observer Name
Pagnucco, Weed
Region
Logan » Providence Canyon
Location Name or Route
Dogleg Trees
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Precipitation
Moderate Snowfall
Wind Speed
Moderate
Weather Comments
Heavy snowfall and up-canyon winds when we were coming down the canyon.
Snow Characteristics
New Snow Depth
2"
New Snow Density
Low
Snow Surface Conditions
Powder
Snow Characteristics Comments
Nice shallow powder conditions...
With very weak surface snow at all elevations in shaded, N-facing terrain.
We found the weakest snow around 8600 - 8900' (starting zone) where there was no structure - just shallow snow with layers of varying density facets, top to bottom.
Will be keeping a close eye on this setup while we await significant snowfall.
Snow Profile
Aspect
North
Elevation
8,700'
Slope Angle
31°
Comments
We found stable snow and very nice shallow powder conditions.
Weak surface snow.
Weak surface snow.
Faceted snowpack.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
Snow Pilot URL
https://snowpilot.org/node/70201