Honda Civic in snow

I guess this really is my main concern. The ground clearance on the 2006-07 Civics looks awfully low to me. I’m worried that the nose will just act like a ‘cow catcher’ if I get on the highway before it’s been plowed. Along the same lines, I’m worried about changing lanes that have been rutted by larger, heavier vehicles before the plows get out. {Used to live/drive in Buffalo, NY, so I do have quite a bit of winter driving experience.}

Any comments about this issue?