Northwest Avalanche Center

Observation: Public

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Observation Details

Name:
John Barkhausen
Observation Date:
January 15, 2022
Submitted:
January 15, 2022
Zone or Region:
Mt Hood
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Bennett Pass

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

We saw widespread surface hoar growth near Bennett Pass, with grains 1-3mm in size. It was still intact at 4pm, and if it survives the heat this weekend could become a problem if buried.

Media

Public Field Report: Bennett Pass
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