Avalanche

Avalanche: Moffit Basin

Craig Gordon/1000 Peaks Snowmobile GuidesUintas
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Quick report

Slope Angle
36°

Avalanche

Slab Width
91 m
Weak Layer
Facets
Trigger Type
Snowmobiler
Vertical Fall
76 m
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Slab Thickness
76 cm
Trigger Detail
Unintentionally Triggered
Start Zone Aspect
Southeast
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Start Zone Elevation
3139 m

Occurring on an upper elevation southeast facing slope, details are hazy, but here's what I do know... breaking 2'-3' deep and 300' wide on a mid slope breakover, this is a significant piece of snow. Fortunately, everyone came out unscathed. I'll take a look at this avalanche today and report back with snow structure and more details. Huge thanks to Pro Snowmobile Guide "Bayou Dave" from 1000 Peaks Snowmobile Adventures for keeping us in the loop with all the great info and pictures.