ZIP Code 62817
Hamilton County, Illinois — Broughton
What This Means
Hamilton County, Illinois 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 | 62817 |
| County | Hamilton |
| City | Broughton |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| 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.
Hamilton 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 62817?
ZIP code 62817 is in Hamilton County, Illinois, with a ground snow load of 15 PSF, classified as light per ASCE 7-22.
Is my roof strong enough for snow in 62817?
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 62817 in?
ZIP code 62817 is in Hamilton County, Illinois (IL).