Frost line depth in Lane County, OR

How deep the ground freezes in Lane County, OR

4 in. Dig to 12 in, the 12 in code minimum. Nearest NOAA station: Lookout Pt Dam, 6.9 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.

12 in minimum · Snow