ZIP Code 78617
Travis County, Texas — Del Valle
What This Means
Travis County, Texas has a light ground snow load of 5 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 | 78617 |
| County | Travis |
| City | Del Valle |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Ground Snow Load | 5 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): 5 PSF
ⓘ Simplified estimate for flat roofs. Sloped roofs, drift zones, and unbalanced loads need additional calculations. Consult a structural engineer for final design.
Travis 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 78617?
ZIP code 78617 is in Travis County, Texas, with a ground snow load of 5 PSF, classified as light per ASCE 7-22.
Is my roof strong enough for snow in 78617?
With a light ground snow load of 5 PSF, standard residential construction typically handles this load, but verify with your local building code.
What county is ZIP code 78617 in?
ZIP code 78617 is in Travis County, Texas (TX).