Example: Partially Enclosed, 2 x 4 @ 16 o/c Spruce - Pine - Fir #2 | |||
Wind Speed mph 3 sec gusts | Stud Length
(from Table 3.20A) |
Exposure B
Adjustment Factor (.90) |
Exposure C
Adjustment Factor (.78) |
110 | 12' - 1" | (12' - 1") x (.9) = 10' - 10" | 9' - 5" |
120 | 11' - 5" | 10' - 5" | 8' - 11" |
130 | 10' - 10" | 9' - 9" | 8' - 5" |
140 | 10' - 1" | 9' - 1" | 7' - 10" |
150 | 9' - 4" | 8' - 4" | 7' - 3" |
Note: Exposure B - Suburban and wooded environment
Exposure C - Waterfront
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