Snow Load in West Virginia

55 counties — Average 21.4 PSF (Moderate)

Light (45.5%) Moderate (18.2%) Case Study (36.4%)

Light — 25 counties with 1–20 PSF. Standard roof construction is typically sufficient.

Moderate — 10 counties with 21–40 PSF. Roofs need reinforced framing to handle regular snow buildup.

Case Study — 20 counties where snow loads vary too much to assign one number. A licensed engineer must determine the load for your specific site.

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

West Virginia Snow Load Map

Counties colored by snow load classification.

West Virginia

Source: ASCE 7-22 ground snow load data

What is the snow load in West Virginia?

West Virginia has an average ground snow load of 21.4 PSF, classified as moderate. Out of 55 counties: 25 light, 10 moderate, 20 case study.

Which West Virginia counties have the highest snow load?

20 counties require a site-specific case study. See the county table above for a complete breakdown.

How do I check snow load for my West Virginia 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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