Frost line depth in Nome Census Area, AK

How deep the ground freezes in Nome Census Area, AK

88 in. Dig to 88 in, just below the frost. Nearest NOAA station: Nome Muni Ap, 41.5 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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