It’s hard to believe, but about 300 pounds of salt are applied per lane per mile during winter road treatment—that’s the industry standard for keeping roads safe.

According to Wisconsin Salt Wise, just one teaspoon of salt can permanently pollute five gallons of water to a level harmful to freshwater life. In Dane County, an estimated 500 tons of salt enter Lake Mendota each winter as runoff. This not only harms lake ecosystems but also affects local drinking water quality.

Read the full article on our website: Madison’s Actions to Limit Salt Usage