Frost line depth in Virginia Beach city, VA

How deep the ground freezes in Virginia Beach city, VA

10 in. Dig to 12 in, the 12 in code minimum. Nearest NOAA station: Oceana Nas, 2.6 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