FrostDepthCheck

Frost line depth in Quitman County, MS

How deep the ground freezes in Quitman County, MS

11 in. Dig to 12 in, the 12 in code minimum. Nearest NOAA station: Lambert 1w, 3.3 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