Minimal signs of instability on Big Mountain

Location Name: 
Big Mountain, Whitefish Range
Observation date: 
Sunday, December 3, 2017 - 22:00
Is this an Avalanche Observation: 
No
Observation made by: Forecaster

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Quick Observation

6-8" of settled storm snow appeared to be generally bonding well to the Thanksgiving crust.  Minor cracking and light wind drifting observed at upper elevations around 6,500 ft.  Good views of terrain into the Canyon and no signs of avalanche activity. 

Travel Details
Region: 
Whitefish Range - Southern (south of Coal Creek)
Route Description: 

Terrain around Flower Point, up to 6,600 ft in elevation.

Snowpack Details
Snowpack and Weather Details: 
Hide Terrain
Elevation of observation: 
5000-6500 ft
Above 6500 ft
Aspect(s) of observation: 
E
SW
NW
Red Flags: 
Rollerballs / pinwheels
Persistent Weak Layers: 
Not observed
New Snow in the past 24 hours: 
4.00in.
More comments about the snowpack and weather: 
Cracking appeared to be isolated to areas where the Thanksgiving crust was exposed (due to previous scouring) before last night's snowfall. Any instabilities would be small and hard to find. No concerns below the crust at this time; very strong and supportive.
Avalanche Details
Avalanche Details: 
Date and Time of Avalanche: 
Sunday, December 3, 2017 - 22:00