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Snowpit on Silver Peak

Location Name: Silver Peak Region: Cabin Creek, Deep Creek, or Pole Creek Area Date and time of observation: Sat, 03/06/2010 - 11:15
Location Map: United States 39° 13' 19.3692" N, 120° 14' 45.4632" W See map: Google Maps US	Red Flags: Obvious avalanche path

Observation made by: Forecaster

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Photo: Snow crystals that were once depth hoar are now 2 to 4mm rounded grains.

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