Frost line depth in Hood River County, OR

How deep the ground freezes in Hood River County, OR

15 in. Dig to 16 in, just below the frost. Nearest NOAA station: Parkdale 1 Nne, 3.6 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.

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