ZIP Code 47512
Knox County, Indiana — Bicknell
What This Means
Knox County, Indiana 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 | 47512 |
| County | Knox |
| City | Bicknell |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| 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.
Knox 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 47512?
ZIP code 47512 is in Knox County, Indiana, with a ground snow load of 20 PSF, classified as light per ASCE 7-22.
Is my roof strong enough for snow in 47512?
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 47512 in?
ZIP code 47512 is in Knox County, Indiana (IN).