Snow load

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005426",
  "term": "Snow load",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "The weight of accumulated snow and ice on a roof or other horizontal surface, which exerts a downward force on the structure. This load is a design consideration for buildings, especially in regions with heavy snowfall. Building codes specify minimum snow load requirements, often measured in pounds per square foot or kilopascals.",
  "subject": "Construction",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Schneelast",
    "es": "carga de nieve",
    "fr": "charge de neige"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/snow-load/"
}