Snowpack observations near Poison Peak

Location Name: 
Poison Peak
Region: 
Bear Valley Area
Date and time of observation: 
Sun, 01/24/2010 - 11:00


Red Flags: 
Obvious avalanche path
Observation made by: Public
Snowpit Observations
More detailed information about the snowpack: 

 North facing,40 degree slope at 8500'  unaffected by skiers.  This wind loaded area with a distinct convexity from 25 to 40 degrees showed no evidence of movement from the wind slab.

Quick mit pits showed relatively good stability of the upper 30 cm to the lower pack.  

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Weather Observations
Blowing Snow: 
Cloud Cover: 
100% of the sky covered by clouds
Air temperature: 
Below Freezing
Wind Speed: 
Light
Precipitation: 
Snow
Air temperature trend: 
Static
Wind Direction: 
South
Accumulation rate: 
Less than 1 in. per hour
More detailed information about the weather: 

 Much higher snowfall rate from after 1pm  with a moderate wind from the south.