Frost line depth in Cass County, MI

How deep the ground freezes in Cass County, MI

34 in. Dig to 34 in, just below the frost. Nearest NOAA station: Dowagiac 1 W, 8.3 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.

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