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5,000,000
Tons of rock salt applied annually.
78%
Of applied salt enters lakes and rivers.
200%
Magnesium Chloride has twice the chloride.
$1200
The estimated cost in damage / ton applied.
Chlorides Mean Corrosion.
Road salt and compounds like magnesium and calcium chloride contribute to costly corrosion of infrastructure, vehicles, and plant-life. These hidden costs, while often overlooked, are significant. Trust Eco Solutions for effective salt reduction strategies, curbing both financial and environmental damage.
The Case Against Magnesium Chloride
Safety
- Collects moisture
- Can result in slippery conditions
- MTO suspended use in 2006
- Calcium chloride has similar issues
Infrastructure
- More damaging to bridges and roads than rock salt
- Magnesium is most corrosive commonly used de-icer
- Issues can be seen at low concentrations
Environment
- Twice the chloride ions
- May result in heavy metal release in soils
- Magnesium chloride products often have toxic additives
- Does not address long-term issues
The Lag Effect
The trouble with chlorides like rock salt used in winter maintenance is their lasting environmental footprint. Once applied, they seep into small streams and groundwater, eventually polluting our lakes and rivers. Today’s salt application equates to tomorrow’s water pollution, underlining the need for eco-friendly alternatives. Choose Eco Solutions, your partner in reducing chloride pollution for a healthier environment.
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