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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