Frost line depth in El Paso County, CO

How deep the ground freezes in El Paso County, CO

22 in. Dig to 22 in, just below the frost. Nearest NOAA station: Colorado Springs Muni Ap, 8.8 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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