Snow Load in South Carolina

46 counties — Average 8.9 PSF (Light)

46
Light (100.0%)
Light — 46 counties with 1–20 PSF. Standard roof construction is typically sufficient.

Based on ASCE 7-22, the national standard for structural snow loads used by engineers and building codes across the US.

South Carolina Snow Load Map

Counties colored by snow load classification.

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All 46 Counties — By Snow Load

CountyClassificationSnow Load
Abbeville Light 10 PSF
Aiken Light 10 PSF
Allendale Light 5 PSF
Anderson Light 10 PSF
Bamberg Light 10 PSF
Barnwell Light 5 PSF
Beaufort Light 5 PSF
Berkeley Light 5 PSF
Calhoun Light 10 PSF
Charleston Light 5 PSF
Cherokee Light 10 PSF
Chester Light 10 PSF
Chesterfield Light 10 PSF
Clarendon Light 10 PSF
Colleton Light 5 PSF
Darlington Light 10 PSF
Dillon Light 10 PSF
Dorchester Light 5 PSF
Edgefield Light 5 PSF
Fairfield Light 10 PSF
Florence Light 10 PSF
Georgetown Light 5 PSF
Greenville Light 15 PSF
Greenwood Light 10 PSF
Hampton Light 5 PSF
Horry Light 10 PSF
Jasper Light 5 PSF
Kershaw Light 10 PSF
Lancaster Light 10 PSF
Laurens Light 10 PSF
Lee Light 10 PSF
Lexington Light 10 PSF
Marion Light 10 PSF
Marlboro Light 10 PSF
McCormick Light 10 PSF
Newberry Light 10 PSF
Oconee Light 10 PSF
Orangeburg Light 10 PSF
Pickens Light 10 PSF
Richland Light 10 PSF
Saluda Light 10 PSF
Spartanburg Light 10 PSF
Sumter Light 10 PSF
Union Light 10 PSF
Williamsburg Light 10 PSF
York Light 10 PSF

Source: ASCE 7-22 ground snow load data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the snow load in South Carolina?

South Carolina has an average ground snow load of 8.9 PSF, classified as light. Out of 46 counties: 46 light.

Which South Carolina counties have the highest snow load?

See the county table above for a complete breakdown.

How do I check snow load for my South Carolina address?

Enter your ZIP code in the search box above to see your area's ASCE 7-22 ground snow load, classification, and roof snow load calculator.

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