Professional Observation
Basic Information
Observation Details
Observation Date:
January 10, 2022Submitted:
January 10, 2022Observer:
WCMAC - Trask BaughmanZone or Region:
Central BitterrootsLocation:
Below Glen Lake summer trailheadSigns of Unstable Snow
Recent Avalanches?
YesCracking?
None ExperiencedCollapsing?
None ExperiencedSnow Stability
Stability Rating:
GoodConfidence in Rating:
ModerateStability Trend:
ImprovingBottom Line
Today we toured in the Glen Lake area, skiing the open east-facing shot below the summer trailhead. Above 5300 ft, snow was light and made for good skiing. South-facing slopes were sun-affected with a melt-freeze crust.
Observations made:
• Widespread near-surface facets
• Isolated pockets of surface hoar in protected areas mostly below 5000 ft
• January 7th rain layer around 5300ft
• No cracking, collapsing observed
• Extensive crown observed from the road on the Heavenly twins, approximately 1500ft wide
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