Weather permitting, Beaver Lakes Estates will be applying magnesium chloride to Empire Valley Drive on Tuesday, July 14th. The treatment area will extend from the cattle guard at the entrance to Beaver Lakes Estates to Rainbow Road.
Magnesium chloride is a safe, commonly used dust suppressant throughout Colorado. It works by attracting and retaining moisture in the road surface, which helps reduce dust, minimize washboarding, stabilize the road base, and extend the life of our gravel roads.
For the best results, please drive slowly through the treated area during and for the first day after application. Slower speeds help the product bond with the road surface and reduce the amount that may be tracked onto vehicles.
If magnesium chloride gets on your vehicle, there is no cause for concern. Simply rinse your vehicle with fresh water when convenient, paying particular attention to the undercarriage and wheel wells. A normal car wash within the next few days is all that is needed to remove any residue.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve and preserve our community roads.
