ZIP Code 28636
Alexander County, North Carolina — Hiddenite
What This Means
Alexander County, North Carolina has a light ground snow load of 15 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 | 28636 |
| County | Alexander |
| City | Hiddenite |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Ground Snow Load | 15 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): 15 PSF
ⓘ Simplified estimate for flat roofs. Sloped roofs, drift zones, and unbalanced loads need additional calculations. Consult a structural engineer for final design.
Alexander 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 28636?
ZIP code 28636 is in Alexander County, North Carolina, with a ground snow load of 15 PSF, classified as light per ASCE 7-22.
Is my roof strong enough for snow in 28636?
With a light ground snow load of 15 PSF, standard residential construction typically handles this load, but verify with your local building code.
What county is ZIP code 28636 in?
ZIP code 28636 is in Alexander County, North Carolina (NC).