Front Range
AvalancheRyan Zarter · Mar 5, 2021 · Front Range
Snowpack
North aspect below treeline near the 80: The snow was 164cm deep where I dug and was still cold and winter-like, with surface hoar present on the snow surface. In this area the snowpack lacks a slab/weak layer combo that is capable of propagating a fracture. See snowpit profile for more detail. Near treeline, multiple aspects: There is a more distinct slab present near treeline, though no signs of instability were observed in older snow. On east to south to west aspects yesterday's new snow was showing signs of warming, and one small wet loose avalanche was observed on a steep south aspect on Hidden Knoll.
Avalanche
Roller balls and a few very small wet loose avalanches were observed in the west side banks above the road.