Dust Control
Magnesium Chloride Dust Control Services in Idaho
At Ag Express Inc., we offer top-tier Magnesium Chloride Dust Control solutions to keep your roads, driveways, and construction sites free from harmful dust. Our eco-friendly, effective magnesium chloride treatment helps reduce airborne dust, providing a safer and cleaner environment for both vehicles and pedestrians.
What is Magnesium Chloride Dust Control?
Magnesium chloride is a natural mineral compound commonly used for dust control on unpaved roads, construction sites, parking lots, and industrial areas. When applied, it binds with the soil particles, preventing dust from becoming airborne. This treatment creates a longer-lasting effect compared to traditional dust control methods, reducing the need for frequent applications.
Benefits of Magnesium Chloride Dust Control
- Improved Air Quality
- Cost-Effective
- Environmentally Safe
- Enhanced Road Safety
- Reduced Equipment Wear
- Prevents Erosion
Dust Control Challenges
Dirt roads on short-term construction sites, new housing developments, and other temporary locations can probably be treated effectively with a water truck. But if the construction project is a large one, that is slated to be going on for months, or the road is a permanent one like a mine haul road or a new rural subdivision, a more long-term treatment may be required.
Dirt roads in areas with low traffic volume can often endure the fugitive dust generated. If the road is maintained by the city or county, their treatments may be enough. But if there is a business nearby or the area has become more developed than was originally planned for, a dirt road dust control plan may be required. According to the EPA, the average daily traffic volume (ADT) that can contribute to serious fugitive dust issues is anywhere from 50 to 4002. Your county road department can assist you in getting an accurate measurement of the traffic on the road.
The fugitive dust generated on dirt roads by cars and pickup trucks is vastly different than that of commercial trucks and other vehicles. Expanding metro areas are encountering farming, dairy, construction, and other operations that were previously far outside of the city limits. Not only does commercial equipment cause more fugitive dust, they also cause more damage to the road itself. Combining that with an increase in residential traffic can result in a need for dirt road dust control options.
While the new rural subdivision may not think that the dust coming off their roads is of any consequence, the government entities may disagree. Especially when a county is not in PM-10 compliance. They have monitoring stations spread all over the county to measure the PM-10 levels. And if an area is not in compliance, optional dirt road dust control may become a requirement.
What works for dirt road dust control in Wyoming might not be effective in Arizona. And what works in Northern New Mexico may not perform well in Southern New Mexico or Texas. Sometimes a topical application of Road Saver (our magnesium chloride product) will be enough. But if the soil has a lot of fines or is quite sandy, a custom blend like Dura-Blend may be required. An added benefit of applying a dirt road dust control product is that it can often help stabilize the road so that it doesn’t have to be re-worked as often.
Dirt road dust control can be a challenge wherever it is found and depending on the volume of traffic on those roads, the fugitive dust created by cars and trucks can be anything from slightly annoying to hazardous to the health of the residents. Call Ken today for more information. 208-438-5025
Get in Touch Today!
If you’re looking to reduce dust and improve air quality on your property or worksite, contact Ken at 208-438-5025 or request a free estimate using our online form. Let us help you maintain a cleaner, safer environment.
