Observer Name
Craig Gordon/1000 Peaks Snowmobile Guides
Observation Date
Sunday, January 26, 2020
Avalanche Date
Saturday, January 25, 2020
Region
Uintas » Bear River Ranger District » Bear River West Fork » Moffit Basin
Location Name or Route
Upper Moffit Basin
Elevation
10,300'
Aspect
Southeast
Slope Angle
36°
Trigger
Snowmobiler
Trigger: additional info
Unintentionally Triggered
Avalanche Type
Hard Slab
Avalanche Problem
Persistent Weak Layer
Weak Layer
Facets
Depth
2.5'
Width
300'
Vertical
250'
Comments
Occurring on an upper elevation southeast facing slope, details are hazy, but here's what I do know... breaking 2'-3' deep and 300' wide on a mid slope breakover, this is a significant piece of snow. Fortunately, everyone came out unscathed. I'll take a look at this avalanche today and report back with snow structure and more details. Huge thanks to Pro Snowmobile Guide "Bayou Dave" from 1000 Peaks Snowmobile Adventures for keeping us in the loop with all the great info and pictures.
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