Utah Avalanche Center

Crown profile of sled triggered avalanche that occurred on 1/21/18.

Pit close to Beaver Boundary rope-line, Ted's Rock Area north of Marge's Lift.

Snowpack is full of facets. Surface hoar on the surface but it is laying flat and not a concern. The surface snow is very warm. Many of the faceted layers seem to be rounding a little bit. With the right load, it will find the right layer to make an avalanche, but today was the first where I saw a glimmer of hope for our snowpack. Drew said that I was seeing a mirage - he's probably right. It's wishful thinking.

More precise aspect N-NE 30*.

Avalanche broke on top of ice crust at 28 cm.