Frost line depth in Shenandoah County, VA
How deep the ground freezes in Shenandoah County, VA
19 in. Dig to 20 in, just below the frost. Nearest NOAA station: Edinburg, 3.8 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.