Each winter, road crews work hard to keep drivers safe—but the heavy use of road salt is taking a toll on our lakes and streams.

Researchers found that 44% of U.S. lakes are at risk of salinization, meaning salt buildup is harming water quality, wildlife, and soil health. With an estimated 22 million tons of salt applied to roads each year, much of it ends up washing into nearby waterways.

Read the full article on our website: Road Salt Making U.S. Lakes Saltier