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Avalanche: Timpanogos

Observer Name
Woody
Observation Date
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Avalanche Date
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Region
Provo » Timpanogos
Location Name or Route
Hour Glass Coulior
Elevation
9,400'
Aspect
Southeast
Slope Angle
39°
Trigger
Natural
Avalanche Type
Soft Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
2.5'
Width
450'
Vertical
1,000'
Comments
Released lower in slope below rock bands. Upper slope failed to avalanche during the storm.
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