6 ms·
Not terribly high, but that doesn't seem like a very good excuse for lackluster design specifications. Also, it's worth noting that while Vermont isn't exactly
by bradleyland 15y ago
Not terribly high, but that doesn't seem like a very good excuse for lackluster design specifications.
Also, it's worth noting that while Vermont isn't exactly the the SF Bay Area when it comes to unfavorable proximity to fault lines, it's not entirely devoid of seismic activity.
Map is USGS, not TreeHugger original, but I couldn't find it on USGS.gov.
http://www.treehugger.com/seismic-hazard-map-us.jpg http://www.treehugger.com/seismic-hazard-map-us.jpg