By Rod Hill on 2011-04-01
No surprise that the March 31st snow survey on Mt. Hood finds lots of snow. The measuring site is located near 5,300 feet. Total depth of the snow on the ground is 139". The snow would melt into 52" of water - what is called the snow water equivalency. The Mt. Hood site is 98% of normal for this time of the year. The last measurement will be taken May 1st. The entire season average is 65" of snow water equivalency. Looks like we will end the season in great shape!
Statewide, Oregon is said to have a snowpack 127% of average. Washington reports a snowpack 115% of average. California - where much of this year's La Nina went, reports a snowpack 165% of average!
Drink up, we should have plenty of water this summer.
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