Clean Lakes 101: Ecosystem Impacts of Road Salt Use and Salt Wise Solutions

Salt levels are rising in our lakes, streams, and drinking water. Harm to native freshwater organisms can occur at both the species and ecosystem levels lowering rates of growth and reproduction through osmotic stress, reductions in food source, and altered biogeochemistry. We’ll break down the science of freshwater salinization and build up the case for smarter salting with case studies of agencies that are infusing Salt Wise practices into their policies, operations, and outreach. Let’s work together toward a smarter salting future.