Frost line depth in La Paz County, AZ

How deep the ground freezes in La Paz County, AZ

no frost in a normal winter. Dig to 12 in, the 12 in code minimum. Nearest NOAA station: Quartzsite, 11.7 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.