ZIP Code 87512
Taos County, New Mexico — Amalia
What This Means
Taos County, New Mexico is designated as a Case Study area in ASCE 7-22. Ground snow loads in this region vary significantly due to elevation, terrain, or microclimate effects and cannot be determined from the standard maps. A site-specific case study by a licensed engineer using local weather data is required to determine the design snow load.
Snow Load Details
| ZIP Code | 87512 |
| County | Taos |
| City | Amalia |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| Ground Snow Load | N/A — Case Study |
| Classification Range | Case Study |
| Data Quality | Case study |
| Case Study | Yes — site-specific study required |
Source: ASCE 7-22 ground snow load polygons via ArcGIS
Taos 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 87512?
ZIP code 87512 is in Taos County, New Mexico, with a ground snow load of Case Study (varies), classified as case study per ASCE 7-22.
Is my roof strong enough for snow in 87512?
This area is a Case Study zone where snow loads vary significantly. A licensed structural engineer must determine the specific snow load for your site before any building or renovation.
What county is ZIP code 87512 in?
ZIP code 87512 is in Taos County, New Mexico (NM).