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Observation: Pioneer Bowl

Observation Date
3/28/2025
Observer Name
Meisenheimer
Region
Salt Lake » Big Cottonwood Canyon » Pioneer Bowl
Location Name or Route
Pioneer Bowl
Weather
Sky
Overcast
Weather Comments
Still hot.
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Damp
Snow Characteristics Comments
I found the snow surface to be wet and damp on all aspects and elevations yesterday.
Red Flags
Red Flags
Rapid Warming
Poor Snowpack Structure
Avalanche Problem #1
Problem
Wet Snow
Problem #1 Comments
The biggest concern in my mind was wet slabs. We haven't seen this type of avalanche just yet. However, with such a layered snowpack, I am curious to see if/when we will see wet slab avalanches. The snow on the north side was supportable in the afternoon, while the south side was becoming unsupportable. Cornice fall also remains a concern.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Moderate
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Moderate
Coordinates