Avalanche: Hatcher Pass

Location: Cross Hill, Gold Cord Basin

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Observer:
Fred Trimble
Route & General Observations

Skinning up valley bottom in Gold Cord Basin. Slide observed from afar.

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Forecaster Comments

This avalanche was observed on January 17th by forecasters, and is believe to have occurred on the 16th.

Avalanche Details
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Trigger NaturalRemote Trigger No
Avalanche Type Hard SlabAspect West
Elevation 4100ftSlope Angle 35deg
Crown Depth 6inWidth 150ft
Vertical Run 50ft  
Avalanche Details

20200118-1400: HS-NS4-R1-D1.5-U, West facing aspect of Cross Hill in Gold Cord Basin @ 4100' slope angle 35°, 130' wide x 50' fall, clear sky, minimal wind, 10°F, wind effected snow present in valley below slide area.

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Hard slab avalanche on West face of Cross Hill, Gold Cord Basin  

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