ZIP Code 26342
Gilmer County, West Virginia — Coxs Mills
What This Means
Gilmer County, West Virginia has a light ground snow load of 20 PSF per ASCE 7-22. At this level, most standard residential roofs are designed to handle the load without issue. However, flat or low-slope roofs should still be checked for drifting and sliding snow.
Snow Load Details
| ZIP Code | 26342 |
| County | Gilmer |
| City | Coxs Mills |
| State | West Virginia (WV) |
| Ground Snow Load | 20 PSF — Light |
| Classification Range | 1 - 20 PSF |
| Data Quality | Measured |
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): 20 PSF
ⓘ Simplified estimate for flat roofs. Sloped roofs, drift zones, and unbalanced loads need additional calculations. Consult a structural engineer for final design.
Gilmer County Snow Load Map
Counties colored by snow load classification. Gray = No Load, Blue = Light, Amber = Moderate, Orange = Heavy, Red = Extreme, Purple = Case Study.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ground snow load for ZIP code 26342?
ZIP code 26342 is in Gilmer County, West Virginia, with a ground snow load of 20 PSF, classified as light per ASCE 7-22.
Is my roof strong enough for snow in 26342?
With a light ground snow load of 20 PSF, standard residential construction typically handles this load, but verify with your local building code.
What county is ZIP code 26342 in?
ZIP code 26342 is in Gilmer County, West Virginia (WV).