Snowpack

EQ Dome

Sierra Mountain GuidesEastside Region
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Quick report

In sheltered terrain up to 9200', HS averages 110-120. Lee loaded features below ridgetop up to 190cm. Moist snow observed on E, SE aspects from 8,200 to 9.300'. Very isolated pockets of wind slab existing only at the tops of exposed, steep and unsupported entrances. 10-20cm deep failing on DFs/PPs. Unreactive to ski cutting. Storm snow only producing minor and insignificant sluffing in steep sheltered terrain.

Weather

Air Temp
35
Cloud Cover
few
Wind Loading
none
Recent Snowfall
15
Snow Avail For Transport
moderate amounts

Snowpack

Dug to ground (120cm) in ridgetop feature. Basal facets rounding in this location, no test results (CT, DT) See attached snow profile.