Avalanche

Avalanche: Millicent Peak

brandondodgeSalt Lake
View on map
Observation photo 1

Quick report

Slope Angle
40°

Avalanche

Slab Width
91 m
Weak Layer
Surface Hoar
Trigger Type
Explosive
Vertical Fall
274 m
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Slab Thickness
122 cm
Trigger Detail
Intentionally Triggered
Start Zone Aspect
Northeast
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
3139 m

Surface hoar presented as 2mm plates laid over and sparkling (in photo #2) Q1 shear while cutting out wedge on the side to isolate column