SALT STATIONS INFO

The HROA hires a contractor to plow the roads after a snow fall of more than 3 inches.  If you live on a paved road and are concerned about possible ice build up when the roads are not expected to be plowed or after an unexpected freeze, you should contact our "Road Volunteer" , Tom Proctor (262-443-0364) and request a supply of road salt and an outdoor storage container before the weather turns cold.  We currently have eight storage containers and a limited supply of salt available to any resident, but please note supplies are limited.  The salt is not intended for personal use, but in an emergency - take some - - - but replace it quickly for use on our community roads. Also, if you have any request or comment about the plowing job, please let Tom know the specifics and how we can improve the work with our contractor. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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When To Apply Salt? For the salt to be most effective it should be applied BEFORE snow or ice begin to accumulate.
For a 2nd application, if the road is still slushy, the salt will help. If the slush has frozen over, it's too late. 
For example, while the snow is slushy on the pavement, the salt or deicer is still effective. Once it stiffens, however, it is best to plow first to remove excess snow. Salt is most effective at temperatures above 20° F.

Why does DOT spread salt before a storm? Salting the road before a storm forms a layer of brine on the pavement, greatly decreasing the formation of ice on the roadway. Pre-treating allows using less salt and makes it easier to plow the snow off of the road safely since the snow is not frozen to the pavement.

Where To Apply Salt? Salt boxes has to be stationed ABOVE sections of road that typically freeze over. Spread affected areas downhill from this box. Spread salt mostly in the center of the road - traffic will push it to the edges.
> > > See image in the next tab for suggested salt station locations.

Where To NOT Apply Salt? Salt is NOT recommended on GRAVEL ROADS. It holds water and damages the roadbed.

How Much Salt To Apply? 50 pounds of salt will de-ice 40 feet of road. When full, this box will hold +/-120 pounds of salt. For example if the box is halfway full, you have enough salt to cover 50 feet of road. As a general rule, less chemical should be used when the temperature is rising, and more should be used when it is falling. Heavier applications may be needed in shaded areas Be Smart .

How To Spread Salt? A fertilizer spreader can often do the job. Otherwise it's a shovel or bucket. And some friends.

Abrasives such as sand are often used in conjunction with deicing chemicals to provide traction for vehicles, particularly on corners, at intersections, and on steep grades. Sand should not be applied to roadways if more snow or ice is expected soon, as it will no longer be effective once covered.

We're not saying it's easy. But it might prevent a serious accident. 

THANK YOU VERY MUCH TO EVERYONE WHO IS WILLING TO HELP.

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