Snowpack

Observation: USA Bowl

Keeve, BuhlSalt Lake
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Quick report

Aspect
South
Red Flags
Heavy Snowfall, Wind Loading
Elevation
2774 m

Observations consistent with previous notions of generally well-bonded interfaces in low/mid-elevation S-facing terrain. Winds and temperatures have continued to trend favorably: steady accumulation, minimal slab formation, and excellent skiing on low-angle slopes. With ample snow available for transport, hazard in coming days will likely be determined by wind behavior and temperature trends.

Snowpack

Instability Comment
<p>~30cm new snow, F hardness, relatively well-bonded at interface with the old M/F crust. Minimal slab formation observed. S1 at time of observation.</p> <p>Signs of previous wind transport from westerly winds. Drifting just shy of ridgelines but no observed slab formation.</p>