Detailed Observation

Date2021-01-20
LocationHaines
ObserverTim Thomas
AvalancheN

General Observations

Clear and calm winds.  27F.  Dug pit on East aspect, 30 degree slope at 2500’.  Total snow depth 11’. ECTX.  Did find a 1cm rain crust down 12” and the 1/1 SH down 4’.  The SH was rounding but did snap off broken when pulled on block after the test.  SH starting to grow with cold and clear weather.  Noticed wind effect on exposed and high elevations.

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Weather Observations

New Snow AmountAround 4’ in past 2weeks
Foot Penetration3’
Ski PenetrationSled, it all depends if you are moving or stuck.
Wind SpeedCalm
Wind DirectionNE
Sky CoverClear
Snowfall RateNone
Rain RateNone
Temperature27F

Snowpack Observations

See above

Observed Avalanche Activity

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