Pre and Post-Salting
When ice or snow is predicted, pre-salting is carried out over priority roads referred to as the defined network. This consists of:
- All A and B roads
- Localised high risk sites and important access routes
- Major town centre shopping areas
- Heavily used footways and cycle routes
Please be aware that many rural roads are not treated. For details of roads covered by the defined network please see the map attached to this page.
Post salting is carried out when ice has formed or snow has become compacted before it can be removed.
Snow Clearance
Snow over 50mm deep is removed by ploughing. This is undertaken in priority order beginning with the defined network. At least one main access route to towns and large villages will be cleared as soon as practicable. We also deploy snow blowers to remove heavy snowfall.
Salt Bins
We maintain salt bins throughout the winter period. We also provide salt and grit mixtures at various rural locations throughout the winter.
Further information is contained in our Winter Maintenance leaflet which is available to download from this page