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Snowpack

Tim Brown · Dec 24, 2011 · Sawatch

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Snowpack

Snowpack depths are generally around 2-3 feet. Storm slabs and wind slabs are perched atop a variety of weak layers. The most pronounced wind loading is on westerly aspects near treeline. Above treeline, isolated slabs are cross-loaded into depressions. Below treeline, storm slabs have settled enough to support skiers' weight in most areas, but tow surface hoar layers are cause for concern.