Mid mountain, cross loaded natural release

Mid mountain, cross loaded natural release

Date
Activity
Skiing

North facing, cross loaded, mid-mountain slope on an east to west running rib at around 9,600'.  Typically this zone is scoured by W-SW winds.  Mild to moderate winds and new snow of 10-12" sitting on an exceptionally weak base produced a natural release during the recent storm cycle, possibly early AM 2/15/24. The slide appeared to run full track, 800' +, taking out most of the north facing wall.

Region
Butte Area
Location (from list)
Red Mountain
Observer Name
Warren Harden