Pro Field Report
Basic Information
Observation Details
Observation Date:
December 26, 2021Submitted:
December 26, 2021Observer:
ProZone or Region:
Galena Summit and Eastern MtnsLocation:
Baker Lake TH, Castle Creek (N, S; 7000-8500')Signs of Unstable Snow
Recent Avalanches?
None ObservedCracking?
None ExperiencedCollapsing?
None Experienced
Surprised to see no obvious signs of instability today. Visibility was limited, but didn't observe anything in the terrain we did see.
Snow Stability
Stability Rating:
FairConfidence in Rating:
ModerateStability Trend:
WorseningBottom Line
12/11 layer easily detected on N aspects in this zone with probing, almost too deep for pole pokes. Wx Hx and presence of PWL kept our playlist quite limited today. Fortunately one didn't need to venture far to find excellent skiing.
Advanced Information
Weather Summary
Cloud Cover:
OvercastTemperature:
15FWind:
Moderate , SWNew/Recent Snowfall:
HN24 45cm.Active SW flow all day. S1-S2. MogGStrong SW winds all day. Heavy wind transport out of SW. SP 40-50cm (SAFT)
Avalanche Observations
No avalanches observed today although vis was quite limited
Snowpack Observations
HS 100-140cm. 20 cm Crust Facet Matrix under 120 cm Right-side-up Storm Slab.
Avalanche Problems
| Problem | Location | Distribution | Sensitivity | Size | Comments |
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Deep Persistent Slab
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Layer Depth/Date: 12/11 80-100 cm Weak Layer(s): Dec 11, 2021 (FC) Comments: Where significant amounts of October snow present |
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Wind Slab
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Layer Depth/Date: 12/26 10-20 Comments: Be suspect of step downs to PWL |
Terrain Use
Skied wind-protected terrain up to low 30's.