Frost line depth in Colfax County, NM

How deep the ground freezes in Colfax County, NM

24 in. Dig to 24 in, just below the frost. Nearest NOAA station: Maxwell 3 Nw, 4.2 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.

Code depth · Snow