Lethbridge County is testing a new dust suppression method that will impact motorists.
Beginning Monday, July 13, crews are working on a one-kilometre section of Township Road 9-2, east of Highway 512 at Stafford Lake Estates.
The work is part of a trial for a longer-lasting dust suppression method called ‘Deep Base Stabilization’. Officials say that is a new approach being tested as part of a multi-year pilot across Lethbridge County.
For this method, instead of applying product to the surface, it mixes deeper into the road structure. Officials said the goal is a road that holds up better over time, with less dust, less rutting, and less need for regular grading.
IMPACT FOR DRIVERS
The County said the road will remain open during the project, but speed will be reduced to 30 km/h through the work zone.
Community members might see reclamation and mixing equipment, along with temporary traffic control and short delays. Crews will reshape and compact the road after treatment.
Signs will be posted in the area.
The project is set to wrap up within the week.
It is a partnership between Lethbridge County and Stafford Lake Resort.
Officials said if the trial is successful, the method could result in less dust during peak summer traffic, a smoother ride, and fewer repeat treatments moving forward.
