Wind Load Calculator
Calculate wind pressures and forces on buildings per ASCE 7: velocity pressure, windward/leeward pressures, and base shear.
Inputs
m/s
(1=B, 2=C, 3=D)
m
m
m
(1=enclosed, 2=partially)
Results
Velocity Pressure (qz)
909.04 Pa
Total Wind Force
304,755.63 N
Windward Pressure454.52 Pa
Leeward Pressure-222.71 Pa
Base Shear304,755.63 N
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the basic wind speed V for your location from ASCE 7 wind maps in mph.
- Set the exposure category (B for suburban, C for open terrain, D for coastal) and building height.
- Input the building dimensions and the roof slope.
- Review the Design Wind Pressure for walls and roof in psf using ASCE 7 Chapter 27 or 28 provisions.
- Apply the calculated pressures to the lateral force-resisting system and cladding connections.
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