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Snowpit south east Scott Peak

Location Name: South East of Scott Peak Region: West Shore Area Observation Date & Time: Wednesday, March 18, 2020 - 17:30
Location: 39.154923, -120.217695 See map: CalTopo	Is this an Avalanche Observation?: No

Observation made by: Public

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Observation

Description of Snow, Weather, and Avalanche Conditions:

Extended column test didn't break. When forced to break from behind with the shovel, it came as a block. The snow was consistent and uniform without any layers.

Snowpit or crown profile photo or graph:

Snowpack Details

Total Snow Depth:

170cm

Persistent Weak Layers:

Not present

Terrain Details

Terrain: elevations:

Below Treeline

Terrain: aspects:

SE

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Kirkwood Mountain Resort

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Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe

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