Winter Storm in Wasatch Mountains I-80 North, Utah

Several SNOTEL stations including Tony Grove Lake, Farmington, and Ben Lomond Peak recorded 1.8 to 3.1 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 19 to 26 inches of snow. In addition, many mesonet sensors including Peter Sinks Rim, Crow Mountain, and Sherwood Hills recorded wind gusts in excess of 75 mph. A peak gust of 98 mph was recorded at the Logan Peak mesonet sensor at approximately 3:00 pm.

Another in a series of winter storms impacted the region early to mid March, resulting in widespread snow accumulation primarily throughout Utah's high terrain. High winds were observed in many locations. An avalanche related fatality is also noted within the time period of this storm.