Frost line depth in Ripley County, IN

How deep the ground freezes in Ripley County, IN

25 in. Dig to 26 in, just below the frost. Nearest NOAA station: Milan 5 Ne, 12 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.