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Observation: South Tony Grove

Observation Date
12/3/2024
Observer Name
Pagnucco, Weed
Region
Logan » Logan River » Tony Grove » South Tony Grove
Location Name or Route
Miller Bowl-->Campground Ridge
Weather
Sky
Clear
Wind Direction
Southwest
Wind Speed
Light
Snow Characteristics
Snow Surface Conditions
Faceted Loose
Damp
Snow Characteristics Comments
1.5 to 2.5 feet (40 to 80 cms) of total snow height in upper-elevation terrain. Could easily stick ski pole to the ground everywhere.
Snow Profile
Aspect
North
Elevation
8,700'
Slope Angle
40°
Comments
With such a shallow snowpack, and significant radiational heat loss at night, the loose faceted snow on the ground just gets more faceted.
Today's Observed Danger Rating
Low
Tomorrows Estimated Danger Rating
Low