Professional Observation
Basic Information
Observation Details
Observation Date:
April 3, 2023 - April 3, 2023Submitted:
April 4, 2023Observer:
ProZone or Region:
Boulder/Jughandle AreaLocation:
Twin Peak above Louie Lake, south aspect, 7800 feetSigns of Unstable Snow
Recent Avalanches?
YesCracking?
WidespreadCollapsing?
None Experienced
3 large D2 R3 size avalanches occurred between noon and 2:30 pm covering our sled tracks. Steep rocky start zones, natural trigger, slab thickness about 45cm.
Snow Stability
Stability Rating:
FairConfidence in Rating:
ModerateStability Trend:
ImprovingBottom Line
The storm cycle ending on 4/3 still needs a bit of time to settle and stabilize. However, the April sun is very strong and rapid settlement and change can occur quickly. Storm related avalanche problem still exist even though most most avalanche terrain experienced widespread activity on Saturday 4/1 during the height of the storm cycle.