Heavy

ZIP Code 03032

Rockingham County, New Hampshire — Auburn

50PSF (Ground Snow Load)
HeavyClassification

What This Means

Rockingham County, New Hampshire has a heavy ground snow load of 50 PSF per ASCE 7-22. This is a significant structural load. Roofs must be specifically engineered for this snow load. Consider snow guards, proper insulation to prevent ice dams, and roof designs that shed snow effectively.

Snow Load Details

ZIP Code03032
CountyRockingham
CityAuburn
StateNew Hampshire (NH)
Ground Snow Load50 PSF — Heavy
Classification Range41 - 60 PSF
Data QualityMeasured

Source: ASCE 7-22 ground snow load polygons via ArcGIS

Roof Snow Load Calculator

ASCE 7-22 flat roof formula:  pf = 0.7 × Ce × Ct × Is × pg

Your ground snow load (pg): 50 PSF

Roof Snow Load: 35 PSF

ⓘ Simplified estimate for flat roofs. Sloped roofs, drift zones, and unbalanced loads need additional calculations. Consult a structural engineer for final design.

Rockingham County Snow Load Map

Counties colored by snow load classification. Gray = No Load, Blue = Light, Amber = Moderate, Orange = Heavy, Red = Extreme, Purple = Case Study.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ground snow load for ZIP code 03032?

ZIP code 03032 is in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, with a ground snow load of 50 PSF, classified as heavy per ASCE 7-22.

Is my roof strong enough for snow in 03032?

With a heavy ground snow load of 50 PSF, your roof must be specifically engineered for this load. Consult a structural engineer if building or renovating.

What county is ZIP code 03032 in?

ZIP code 03032 is in Rockingham County, New Hampshire (NH).