Public Field Report
Observation Details
Observation Date:
March 6, 2021Submitted:
March 6, 2021Zone or Region:
Sawtooth and Western Smoky MtnsActivity:
Skiing/SnowboardingLocation:
Elevator ShaftObserved Avalanches
Did you observe any avalanches?
YesAvalanche Type:
Wet LooseSize:
Size 1: Relatively harmless to peopleElevation:
UpperAspect:
SEComments:
Wet loose activity observed in steep rocky areas above and below cliff bands. Likely 1-2 days old.Signs of Unstable Snow
None reported
Observations
Pit dug on N aspect in sheltered area at ~8600 ft. Snow was ~150 cm deep. Observed faceted layers in upper and lower portions of the snow pack. No reactions when performing extended column test. Took significant force with shovel to get column to break and still had limited propagation.
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