Steepest path on a TIN can return incorrect result in some cases

Description

This problem is addressed in ArcGIS 8.1 Service Pack 1. See the Related Information section to download this pack.

Occasionally, a steepest path can terminate in an odd fashion. The path will go one way, then backtrack on itself along a concave triangle edge.

Cause

This is a known issue.

Solution or Workaround