Frost line depth in Lea County, NM

How deep the ground freezes in Lea County, NM

6 in. Dig to 12 in, the 12 in code minimum. Nearest NOAA station: Hobbs 13w, 6.7 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.

12 in minimum · Snow