Flathead Avalanche Center

Hasty pit and did not gather all data for layers.

ECTX result observed when a tree branch at the ground was within facets/ depth hoar near the ground.

12/27 dust layer 106 - 107 cm.

On crossloaded bump at base of path

This pit location is a known shallower spot just above the treeline on an alpine slope. The overlying slab in this area is connected to a part of the slope where the slab is thicker. Still observing hard failures in tests where the overlying slab is thin.