Frost line depth in Catawba County, NC

How deep the ground freezes in Catawba County, NC

no frost in a normal winter. Dig to 12 in, the 12 in code minimum. Nearest NOAA station: Catawba 5 Sw, 4.6 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.