US Seismic Zone Checker Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Get precise seismic design categories and IBC structural requirements for US construction projects.
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Why people use US Seismic Zone Checker
US Seismic Zone Checker for Faster IBC Code Compliance
This Connector changes that by letting your agent do the digging for you. Just tell it the location, and it pulls the SDC, spectral acceleration, and detailing rules into a single response. You get the facts you need without ever leaving your workspace.
What Vinkius changes
You get accurate seismic safety data for any US county without manual research.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
One account · 6,100+ Connectors
- Real-world use case 01
Determining SDC for a new condo
A structural engineer needs the SDC for a new condo in Los Angeles.
- Real-world use case 02
Identifying masonry joint rules
A builder wants to know what kind of masonry joint detailing is required for a high-risk zone.
- Real-world use case 03
Verifying rural county coverage
A project manager needs to verify if a rural county in Oregon is covered by the seismic data.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete US Seismic Zone Checker capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with US Seismic Zone Checker.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through US Seismic Zone Checker.
- 01 Capability
Lookup seismic info
Retrieve the Seismic Design Category and specific seismic parameters for a location. This gives you the core data needed for seismic design calculations.
- 02 Capability
Retrieve structural requirements
Get the mandatory structural detailing rules for a specific Seismic Design Category. This helps you understand the exact reinforcement needed for a project.
- 03 Capability
Verify location validity
Check if a specific state and county combination exists in the database. This ensures your agent doesn't try to pull data for a location that isn't supported.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask US Seismic Zone Checker to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use US Seismic Zone Checker from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BewLukrEjUUqqK3c9t1an9d9jIJAHO2BfTQlZaUV/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it US Seismic Zone Checker, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable US Seismic Zone Checker for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BewLukrEjUUqqK3c9t1an9d9jIJAHO2BfTQlZaUV/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the US Seismic Zone Checker URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable US Seismic Zone Checker in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"us-seismic-zone-checker": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BewLukrEjUUqqK3c9t1an9d9jIJAHO2BfTQlZaUV/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using US Seismic Zone Checker
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using US Seismic Zone Checker, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"us-seismic-zone-checker": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BewLukrEjUUqqK3c9t1an9d9jIJAHO2BfTQlZaUV/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using US Seismic Zone Checker
Ask Copilot: "Using US Seismic Zone Checker, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"us-seismic-zone-checker": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BewLukrEjUUqqK3c9t1an9d9jIJAHO2BfTQlZaUV/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using US Seismic Zone Checker
Open Cascade and ask: "Using US Seismic Zone Checker, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"us-seismic-zone-checker": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BewLukrEjUUqqK3c9t1an9d9jIJAHO2BfTQlZaUV/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using US Seismic Zone Checker
Ask Cline: "Using US Seismic Zone Checker, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add us-seismic-zone-checker --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_BewLukrEjUUqqK3c9t1an9d9jIJAHO2BfTQlZaUV/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using US Seismic Zone Checker
Ask Claude: "Using US Seismic Zone Checker, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work US Seismic Zone Checker can move forward.
Structural engineers and construction project managers who need to ensure building designs meet local earthquake safety codes without manual lookup.
Structural Engineer
Checks SDC and spectral values during the initial design phase of a new building to ensure structural integrity.
Construction Project Manager
Verifies that the site's seismic requirements match the project's structural plans during the planning phase.
Building Inspector
Quickly looks up regional seismic categories to ensure local compliance during site reviews.
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Before you connect
Questions about US Seismic Zone Checker.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Does the US Seismic Zone Checker cover every single county in the US?
It covers a wide range of US counties. You can ask your agent to check a specific state and county to see if it's in the database before you start your project.
Can I use the US Seismic Zone Checker to get International Building Code requirements?
Yes, the Connector specifically pulls mandatory structural detailing instructions as defined by the International Building Code (IBC) for the relevant seismic categories.
How does the US Seismic Zone Checker help with structural engineering?
It provides the core data engineers need, like Seismic Design Categories and spectral acceleration values, which are essential for designing safe and compliant structures.
Is the US Seismic Zone Checker good for real-time earthquake alerts?
No, this capability is for seismic design and building code compliance. It provides static risk data for construction and engineering, not live alerts for ongoing earthquakes.
Can my AI agent find the Seismic Design Category for a specific site?
Yes, your agent can use the US Seismic Zone Checker to identify the SDC for any supported US location, helping you stay compliant with local safety standards.
What specific data does the US Seismic Zone Checker provide for a county?
It provides the Seismic Design Category (SDC), spectral acceleration values (Ss and S1), and the mandatory structural detailing rules required by the building code.
How can I check if a specific county is covered?
You can use the verify_location_validity capability by providing the state and county name to see if it exists in our seismic database.
What information does the lookup capability provide?
The lookup_seismic_info capability returns the Seismic Design Category (SDC), as well as the Short-Period ($S_s$) and One-Second ($S_1$) spectral acceleration values.
Does this capability provide structural engineering rules?
Yes, by using retrieve_structural_requirements with a specific SDC (A-F), you can get the mandatory detailing instructions required by the IBC.
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