“Passable Roads Policy” instead of the “Bare Roads Policy”
HAMILTON COUNTY, OHIO - County Engineer Bill Brayshaw issued a press release today concerning the upcoming snow and ice season. Brayshaw said, "Due to the unavailability of salt and the high prices, Hamilton County will be reducing the amount of salt spread on the roads this winter." He said the County in will be mixing salt with bottom ash and grits to reduce the amount of salt used in an attempt to extend the current supply of 11,000 tons of salt in county domes. For reference, he said that the Hamilton County Engineer’s Office used 17,000 tons of salt last winter.
This winter the Engineer’s Office will be operating under a “Passable Roads Policy” instead of the “Bare Roads Policy” the County has operated under in the past. Brayshaw said that all routes will be covered as in the past, the decreased use of salt will result in longer times that the roads may have some snow and ice in the driving lanes. Hills, curves and intersections will be treated heavier than the other portions of the roadway system.
"The result for commuters is longer travel times to and from work during snow and ice events," said Brayshaw. "This change in policy has become necessary due to the ever-increasing costs and declining revenue for the Engineer’s Office as well as many local governments and public service organizations."
Brayshaw said that if you have questions or comments you can contact Steve Mary, Hamilton County Maintenance Engineer, "in writing" at 223 W. Galbraith Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45215.
