Quick report
In test pits, propagation was found in extended column tests, failing either on various crusts or just above the ground on a layer of mostly rounded depth hoar. There were 8 inches (20cm) of new snow in the last 24 hours. In the afternoon, the new snow became wet and heavy on solar aspects but remained dry in sheltered areas.
Weather
- Air Temp
- 0 to 1 f
- Cloud Cover
- clear
- Wind Loading
- none
- Rain Elevation
- 4600ft
- Recent Snowfall
- 8 inches (20cm)
- Snow Avail For Transport
- small smounts
Clear, sunny, hovered just around freezing, and completely calm with no wind.
Snowpack
For the first time since January 21, the snowpack froze and became supportive. I could easily walk around in my boots without breaking through the stout rain crust. The bottom third of the snowpack remains unfrozen/unconsolidated and is a mix of rounding weak layers and crusts.
Avalanche
Small point realize avalanches.