Frost line depth in Carter County, MT
How deep the ground freezes in Carter County, MT
47 in. Dig to 48 in, just below the frost. Nearest NOAA station: Ridgeway 1 S, 3.4 mi.
Your building department sets the legal frost line depth (IRC Table R301.2(1)); footings must go below it (R403.1.4.1). Call them before you dig.