Frost line depth in Craven County, NC

How deep the ground freezes in Craven County, NC

7 in. Dig to 12 in, the 12 in code minimum. Nearest NOAA station: New Bern Craven Co Ap, 3.9 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.