Snow Removal Products

The WVDOH uses a variety of products to treat roadways before and during winter weather events.

• Sodium Chloride

Commonly referred to as road salt, sodium chloride is typically mixed with rock, cinders, or sand and used to melt existing snow and ice on paved surfaces. Salt cannot be used on surface treated, gravel, or dirt roads. Salt works best in temperatures above 20 degrees.

•  Calcium Chloride

This liquid de-icer is used in extreme conditions and in lower temperatures to melt ice and snow.

• Brine

Salt and water are mixed to form brine, a solution used as an anti-icing agent. Brine is sprayed on pavements before snow falls to prevent snow and ice bonding to the roadway.