What’s the Problem with Road Salt?

Most ice melting products contain chloride which is:

  • Toxic to aquatic life

  • Damaging to plants

  • Corrosive to vehicles and bridges

  • Harmful to pets

Choose lake-friendly methods to manage ice on your property and reduce your impact at the same time. Click here to download LSPA’s Road Salt rack card.

Too much salt was applied in this instance. A little goes a long way — you don’t need to feel the crunch.

Chloride Free Ice Control Product information

When purchasing ice control products try to read the labels carefully. The products that have the least impact on our water resources do not contain chloride. Pet safe does not mean it is good for the lake. Below are a few chloride-free products recommended by LSPA.

Sold in liquid format (requires a sprayer to apply)

Freeze point up to -63 degrees F

Entry Liquid Ice Melt or Bare Ground Clear Way

Sold in a granular format

Freeze point is -15 degrees F

Bare Ground Jet Way

Click here to view more chloride-free options and where to purchase online.

LSPA is working with local stores to carry some of these products as well.

Additional Resources

Ice Management Choices for Homeowners

Dock De-Icers: Tips for Safe and Effective Use

Road Salt Report- Impacts and best managment practices from the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

NH DOT Winter Maintenance Snow Removal and Ice Control Information (Learn more about how state roads are maintained in winter.)