Professional Ice Management & Salting Services in Lexington
Choose Lexington’s trusted experts for ice management and salting that prioritizes safety, environmental responsibility, and full compliance with local regulations. Protect your property, reduce liability, and ensure accessibility all winter long.
Our Salting Services in Lexington
Driveway & Walkway Salting
Keep your Lexington home safe with our professional driveway and walkway salting. We use concrete-safe, environmentally responsible products to ensure effective de-icing without harming your property or local water resources.
- Concrete-safe formulations
- Landscape protection measures
- Precise salt application
- Eco-friendly materials
Commercial Property Salting
Ensure the safety of your employees and customers with our commercial salting services. We provide thorough coverage for parking lots, walkways, and entryways, all while adhering to Lexington regulations and liability standards.
- High-capacity equipment
- Liability protection protocols
- ADA compliance focus
- 24/7 responsive service
Sidewalk Salt Treatment
Our sidewalk salting protects pedestrians in Lexington neighborhoods, historic districts, and business areas. We use materials approved for use near sensitive surfaces and follow local guidelines for responsible application.
- Historic district appropriate materials
- Pedestrian safety focus
- Municipal compliance standards
- Brick and stone safe formulas
Pre-Storm Salt Application
Be prepared for winter weather with proactive pre-storm salting. Our preventative approach helps minimize ice buildup and keeps your Lexington property accessible and safe during and after snow events.
- Preventative application timing
- Weather monitoring systems
- Storm-readiness protocols
- Priority scheduling available
Lexington Ice Management & Salting Regulations
Lexington's 24-hour snow clearing requirement extends beyond mechanical snow removal to include ice management and anti-icing treatments, ensuring safe passage throughout winter weather events. Professional salting services provide precise material application using calibrated equipment, temperature-appropriate de-icer selection, and environmental compliance protocols to protect Lexington's drinking water sources, including the Vine Brook, Shawsheen River, and the Arlington Reservoir, as well as the urban forest canopy from chemical contamination while maintaining legally-required pedestrian safety standards.
Lexington Water & Sewer Division
201 Bedford Street, Lexington, MA 02420
Phone: (781) 274-8300
Official Website: Lexington Water & Sewer Division
Massachusetts Wellhead Protection Zones and Storage Restrictions
Massachusetts Drinking Water Regulations 310 CMR 22.21(2)(b) impose strict prohibitions and storage requirements for de-icing chemicals within designated wellhead protection zones safeguarding public drinking water supplies.
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
One Winter Street, Boston, MA 02108
Phone: (617) 292-5500
Official Website: MassDEP Wellhead Protection
Zone I Requirements (400-foot radius from wellhead): Storage of sodium chloride, chemically treated abrasives, or de-icing chemicals is prohibited unless contained within completely enclosed, watertight buildings with impermeable floors and spill containment systems.
Zone II Requirements (primary aquifer recharge area): De-icer storage allowed with secondary containment systems, concrete or asphalt impermeable storage pads, covered storage structures preventing rainwater contact, and regular monitoring protocols.
MassDEP guidelines prohibit storage or disposal of snow containing de-icing chemicals within Zone A and Zone II wellhead protection areas. Salt-contaminated snow must be transported to designated disposal sites with controlled drainage.
EPA Clean Water Act and Massachusetts Stormwater Standards
De-icing chemicals entering municipal stormwater drainage systems constitute water quality pollutants regulated under federal Clean Water Act provisions and Massachusetts stormwater management regulations. Lexington's separated storm sewer system discharges runoff directly to receiving waters without treatment, including the Vine Brook, Shawsheen River, and Arlington Reservoir.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 1
5 Post Office Square, Suite 100, Boston, MA 02109
Phone: (888) 372-7341
Official Website: EPA Region 1
The Lexington Water & Sewer Division operates Lexington's municipal separated storm sewer system, collecting rainwater, snowmelt, and ice melt runoff and conveying this drainage without treatment directly to local water bodies, including the Shawsheen River and Vine Brook. All de-icing chemicals applied to streets, sidewalks, parking lots, and driveways flow untreated into these receiving waters.
310 CMR 10.05(6) requires commercial properties, industrial facilities, and large parking lots to develop Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) documenting winter maintenance practices, de-icer application rates, and pollution minimization strategies.
Massachusetts Water Resources Authority
100 First Avenue, Charlestown, MA 02129
Phone: (617) 242-6000
Official Website: Massachusetts Water Resources Authority
The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority manages regional water supply, protecting the Wachusett and Quabbin Reservoirs and MWRA-served communities from contamination. Report clogged catch basins to Lexington Water & Sewer Division at (781) 274-8300. Report illegal dumping or improper disposal to EPA Region 1 at (888) 372-7341 or Massachusetts DEP at (617) 292-5500.
Urban Forest Protection and Vegetation Salt Damage Prevention
De-icing salt causes extensive damage to Lexington's urban forest through root zone contamination, foliar spray injury, and soil structure degradation. Lexington Parks and Recreation Department manages approximately thousands of street trees requiring protection from winter maintenance chemical damage.
Lexington Recreation & Community Programs Department
1625 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420
Phone: (781) 698-4800
Official Website: Lexington Recreation & Community Programs
Visible Salt Injury Symptoms:
- Branch dieback starting at twig tips
- Yellowing or browning of evergreen needles
- Delayed spring bud break and reduced leaf size
- Bark splitting and crown thinning
Protective Measures:
- Wrap burlap screens around shrubs near driveways and sidewalks
- Apply heavy irrigation (2-3 inches water) in April-May leaching accumulated salt from root zones
- Broadcast gypsum at 50 pounds per 1,000 square feet in October
- Maintain 2-4 inch mulch layer over root zones
- Select salt-tolerant species: Austrian pine, Japanese black pine, red oak, honey locust, rugosa rose
Lexington Sustainability and Resilience Officer
1625 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420
Phone: (781) 698-4532
Official Website: Sustainability and Resilience Office
Professional Salting Services Throughout Lexington Neighborhoods
Historic Lexington Center: Dense commercial core with brick sidewalks and legacy street trees demands careful de-icer application, use of calcium magnesium acetate (CMA) alternatives, and reduced application rates to prevent damage to historic infrastructure and groundwater recharge areas.
Follen Heights: Residential area near the Vine Brook and wetlands requires precise salt distribution and runoff management to minimize impacts on sensitive aquatic habitats and maintain water quality in adjacent brooks.
Lexington East Village: Neighborhoods bordering the Shawsheen River and conservation land call for salting practices that protect riparian buffers, prevent chloride migration into riverine ecosystems, and preserve vegetation along steep gradients.
Five Fields: Mid-century modern residential enclave with mature tree canopy and unique landscape architecture necessitates salt minimization and use of salt-tolerant plantings to safeguard both private and public green spaces.
Hastings Park Area: Proximity to the Arlington Reservoir and recreational fields requires strict limitations on chloride and abrasive material use, with a focus on protecting surface water resources and ensuring compliance with MWRA watershed guidelines.
Liberty Heights: Elevated topography and interconnected storm drains present unique drainage challenges, demanding targeted anti-icing to prevent rapid runoff and reduce the risk of salt-laden water entering stormwater outfalls.
Turning Mill: Wooded suburban districts with extensive street tree coverage and permeable soils require tailored de-icing strategies that avoid root zone contamination and preserve the health of Lexington's urban forest.
Bowman Neighborhood: Family-oriented neighborhood adjacent to conservation areas and schools, requiring careful calibration of salting routes and timing to minimize environmental impact and protect the safety of students and local wildlife corridors.
Professional Salting Services for Your Lexington Property
Protect your property and ensure safety with our precision salting and ice management services. Trust Lexington experts for environmentally responsible solutions compliant with all Lexington and MA regulations.