Minnesota Ground Snow Loads

Use our Minnesota Ground Snow Loads map to easily determine the ground snow load (2007 Minnesota State Building Code: Ch. 1303.1700) for any location in the State of Minnesota. You can click on the map below to find the design ground snow load for that location.

The State has amended the snow load requirements of the 2006 IBC (Chapter 1608.2) and the 2006 IRC (Figure R301.2(5) and Table R301.2(1).) with the zone map, as shown below, from the 2007 MSBC (Ch. 1303.1700, pg. 26).

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* Ground snow loads derived from the zone map found in the 2007 Minnesota State Building Code. Local codes and ammendments may govern,verify with local building department or jurisdiction.

Use our Roof Snow Load Calculator to determine your design roof snow loads.
If you have any questions or concerns about specific ground snow loads within the State of Minnesota please call us at 1-425-652-4188.

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