Salt (chloride) is toxic to freshwater plants and animals, threatens our Minnesota fishing economy and heritage, and causes expensive damage to bridges and other infrastructure. To date, 54 lakes and streams in Minnesota are impaired by chloride and nearly 40% of shallow monitoring wells in the Twin Cities area have chloride concentrations that exceed the water quality standard.

Participants will learn about the impacts of salt on the environment, the fundamentals of Smart Salting and take a deeper look into salt and snow storage best management practices and requirements. Must have current Smart Salting certification to attend.

• Audience: city, county, or state winter maintenance professionals who are currently certified in Smart Salting

• 3 hours online (proof of attendance provided)

Events and meetings | Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (state.mn.us)