Case Study

ZIP Code 99623

Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska

Case StudyClassification
RequiredEngineer Consultation

What This Means

Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska 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 Code99623
CountyMatanuska-Susitna
City
StateAlaska (AK)
Ground Snow LoadN/A — Case Study
Classification RangeCase Study
Data QualityCase study
Case StudyYes — site-specific study required

Source: ASCE 7-22 ground snow load polygons via ArcGIS

Matanuska-Susitna County Snow Load Map

Counties colored by snow load classification. Gray = No Load, Blue = Light, Amber = Moderate, Orange = Heavy, Red = Extreme, Purple = Case Study.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ground snow load for ZIP code 99623?

ZIP code 99623 is in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska, 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 99623?

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 99623 in?

ZIP code 99623 is in Matanuska-Susitna County, Alaska (AK).