Observation: NWAC Forecaster

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Basic Information

Observation Details

Observation Date:
November 24, 2021
Submitted:
November 24, 2021
Observer:
NWAC Forecaster - Katie Warren
Zone or Region:
East Central
Location:
Scatter Creek (3400-5000 N & W aspects)

Signs of Unstable Snow

Recent Avalanches? 
None Observed
Cracking? 
None Experienced
Collapsing? 
None Experienced

Advanced Information

Weather Summary

Cloud Cover:
Partly Cloudy

Snowpack Observations

Traveled from 3400ft to 5000ft on primarily West and North aspects.
Steep west aspects had approximately 15cm of snow. North aspects and lower angle slopes held a consistent 30cm of snow.
Dug to the ground at 5000ft, N aspect
HS - 30cm
There is dry snow above (F) and below (4F) a fragile melt freeze crust at 15cm.