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Observation Details

Observation Date:
February 3, 2023
Submitted:
February 5, 2023
Zone or Region:
Taos Area
Activity:
Skiing/Snowboarding
Location:
Lake Fork Basin S Face

Signs of Unstable Snow

None reported

Observations

34 degrees slope. Melt freeze crust combo with wind slab was quite difficult to ski but manageable.
ECTN15 at 72cm as mentioned before

Cautious skiing and stable travel uphill

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Observed Avalanche Problem #1: 
Wind Slab
Comments: 
SE face slightly above main Lake Fork basin.
Snowpack depth 100cm
ECTN12 at 90cm and ECTN15 at 72cm
Lots of basal facets with signs of melt freeze crust
Observed Avalanche Problem #2: 
Persistent Slab
Comments: 
Basal facets on bottom 23cm
Observed Avalanche Problem #3: 

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