How Wyoming Keeps Roads Clear of Ice and Snow and Why You Need to Know

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) uses many methods in the winter to keep the roads safe and clear for travelers. Every winter they attempt to add additional staff to operate snow plows and snow blowers.

In addition to plowing, WYDOT utilizes different chemical treatments to help clear ice and snow from roadways. These chemical mixtures are often applied before and after snowstorms and include things like salt sand, salt brine, magnesium chloride and ice slicer.

Why should you care what gets sprayed on the roads?

A build up of salt on your vehicle can lead to rust and corrosion and damage your vehicle’s clear finish. Magnesium chloride, if left on a vehicle too long, can also lead to damage and corrosion of paint and metal.

While these chemical treatments on our roadways make road conditions safer in the winter, they can be damaging to our vehicles. This is why its important to wash your car regularly in the winter, especially your vehicle’s undercarriage!

At Rocky Mountain Car Wash, we’ve made washing your vehicle regularly more cost effective with our Monthly Unlimited Wash Club! Currently available in Casper and Douglas, but will soon be available at all our locations - stay tuned for updates!