Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the full effect that road salting practices in Southeastern Michigan have had on local streams. The research method followed as an experimental procedure commonly used in the environmental science field. Variables measured include pH, total phosphates, nitrates, turbidity, salt content and conductivity. The resulting conclusions indicate a significant change in water quality between the non-winter and winter months tested. Although significant change was identified, no single value exceeded legal limits in the respective area.

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